In "The Hippo-NOT-amus" by Tony Payne, readers are introduced to a hippo who famously believes he’s not a hippopotamus but a much more graceful creature—a ballerina! Set in a vibrant, whimsical world, this charming tale follows the hippo on his journey of self-discovery as he tries to dance and embrace a fanciful identity. With playful illustrations and a delightful narrative, the story explores themes of individuality and acceptance, encouraging children to embrace their uniqueness. The hippo’s antics and heartfelt determination create a fun and engaging experience, making it a delightful read for young audiences. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 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 in 2004 by Orchard Books (NY) .

Jan Payne is a children's writer who lives in France, with her husband Tony. Mike Phillips is a children's book illustrator who resides in England. He has illustrated the award-winning books Horrible Geography and Horrible Histories . Tony and Jan Payne are a husband and wife writing team who live in the Dordogne in France. For a time they had their own card company Payne Family Cards, for which they designed and published children's pop-up greetings cards. They are now concentrating on developing their remarkable and original talents writing stories for young readers. Guy Parker-Rees has illustrated numerous books for children, including the bestselling sensation Giraffes Can't Dance . He lives in Brighton, England, and he invites you to visit him online at guyparkerrees. com.