"HIPPO DID IT!" When Dog comes to stay, he causes chaos - but whenever he makes a muddle and a mess he blames someone else. Poor Hippo and Lion get so fed up they threaten to leave, and Dog realises he will have to own up. Poor Dog is scared he won't be allowed to stay if he tells the truth, but Ruby soon shows him that they love him just the way he is. A charming story, full of wit and fun, which both adults and children will adore. Young readers will identify with the theme of fibbing, and be reassured by the positive resolution.

 

There are 24 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2001 by Pan Macmillan .

Helen Stephens is the successful illustrator of the Ruby books (Kingfisher), and is known for her bright, fresh artwork and endearing child characters. This is her first project with Macmillan.