The First Hippo On The Moon

What do our readers think of The First Hippo On The Moon? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the bright illustrations, fast-moving space adventure and silly jokes, especially the noisy toilet humour. Some children find the unkind behaviour and muddled message about winning uncomfortable.

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What is The First Hippo On The Moon about?

Join two ambitious hippos with one giant goal: to be the very first hippo on the moon! With rockets, rivalries, and plenty of laughs, this lively picture book takes young readers on a wild space race packed with excitement and fun. Will cheeky Sheila or boisterous Hercules win the ultimate lunar prize? Blast off on a hilarious adventure that's out of this world!

About the author

David Walliams is a much-loved British author best known for his funny and imaginative books for children, such as 'Gangsta Granny' and 'The World's Worst Children.' His stories are filled with adventure, humour, and unforgettable characters, making reading fun for everyone. David is also known for entertaining families on television.

Discussion ideas around The First Hippo On The Moon

Big dreams: Sheila and Hercules both dream of reaching the moon. What big dream would you like to chase, and what might help you keep going when it gets difficult?

Rivals and winners: How do Sheila and Hercules behave when they are trying to win? What makes someone a good competitor?

Fairness and honesty: What could the hippos do to make their space race fairer? Talk about a time when telling the truth matters more than coming first.

Making a rocket: If you had to build a rocket from things at home, what would you use and how would you make it work?

Funny stories: Which kinds of jokes make this story funny, and why do different people find different things amusing?