Every Little Hippo Can

From the creators of the internationally bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance comes an empowering picture book about a little hippo who learns that success often requires a little patience, and that simply trying can bring its own rewards. Horace the hippo and his sister Hope love visiting the lake with their granny, but the walk is tiring for Granny. They decide to bring the lake to her, yet Horace struggles to carry water and returns with an empty bucket. Through guidance from Granny, he discovers that with every splash and spill, something wonderful is growing. This story highlights growth mindset and the “power of yet,” reminding children that perseverance and belief in themselves can lead to surprising, positive outcomes.

The book is written by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees, the authors behind Giraffes Can't Dance. It was released on 01/02/2024 by Orchard Books and is 32 pages long in paperback. The message centers on patience, effort, and the idea that abilities develop over time, encouraging young readers to keep trying.

Features

• Growth mindset theme and the power of yet
• Horace the hippo and sister Hope as leads
• Granny as a gentle guiding presence
• Empowering message about patience and effort
• Based on the creators of Giraffes Can't Dance
• 32 pages, paperback by Orchard Books