Hippobottymus

What do our readers think of Hippobottymus? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the bouncy rhymes, bright animal characters and funny sounds, and they often want to hear the story again. They especially like joining in with the music and the silly bottom humour.

What does the Pageticker team say about Hippobottymus?

We love this lively, rhyming romp, in which each jungle animal adds a funny sound to the growing musical ensemble. The repeated rhythms invite children to join in, while the cheeky toilet humour makes this especially appealing for young listeners who enjoy a noisy, silly story. An interactive read-aloud, with plenty of bottom-related jokes.

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What is Hippobottymus about?

Join the jungle animals as they create a lively musical ensemble by the bubbling creek! From Mouse's squeaks to Bird's tweets, each creature adds its unique sound. But what mischief is the cheeky hippo up to? This playful, rhyming tale is filled with surprises and laughter, making it a delightful read-aloud for children and parents alike.

About the author

Steve Smallman is a much-loved British author and illustrator who has written over 100 books for children. He is well known for his funny and heart-warming stories, such as 'Bear's Big Bottom' and 'Poo in the Zoo'. Steve enjoys making children laugh with his imaginative tales and colourful pictures.

Discussion ideas around Hippobottymus

Making music together: How does each animal help to create the jungle’s music, and what sound would you add to the ensemble?

The cheeky hippo: What do you think the hippo is doing near the creek, and which clues help you work it out?

Sounds all around us: Which sounds in the story come from animals, and which sounds come from nature? What sounds can you hear around you today?

Working as a group: What makes the animals’ performance better when they all join in, and how can people make something special together?

Funny stories: Which part of the story makes you laugh most, and why do you think silly surprises can be fun?