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Don't Tickle the Hippo!

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Don't Tickle the Hippo! by Sam Taplin is an engaging children's book filled with textured patches that invite little ones to interact and press the pages. As they explore the book, they'll not only enjoy the delightful world of hippos and other animals but also activate playful sounds, making it a fun and immersive reading experience.
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You and your child will likely enjoy this interactive children's book if you're looking for a fun and engaging read that brings animals to life with a combination of charming illustrations and sound effects. Its touch-and-feel elements offer a playful experience for toddlers and young children, making it a delightful addition to any storytime or bedtime routine.

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Don't Tickle the Hippo!

Don’t tickle the hippo! You might make it snort… Little ones just won’t be able to resist tickling the touchy-feely patches to hear each animal make a sound in this hilarious novelty book. At the end, readers will find all the animals being noisy at once. An exciting new series for babies and toddlers, from the creators of That’s not my…

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Don't Tickle the Hippo! is a hilarious novelty book that warns you against tickling the hippo, as it might just snort if you do! Babies and toddlers will be irresistibly drawn to the touchy-feely patches, prompting them to tickle each animal and hear the sounds they make.

At the book's joyous conclusion, all the animals create a musical finale that is sure to get little ones dancing along.

This exciting series for babies and toddlers is from the creators of That's not my... With over 20 books to discover in this award-winning series, there's something to delight every child, including titles that feature dinosaurs, bears, tigers, unicorns, and more - giggles are guaranteed!

Every DON'T TICKLE book supports sensory development through:

  • Engaging characters to encourage playfulness
  • Furry patches to develop motor skills
  • Playful music to inspire movement
  • Holes to peep through, sparking curiosity
  • Rhythmic text for language development

WARNING! This product contains button or coin cell batteries, which are dangerous. Dispose of used batteries immediately and keep new and used batteries away from children. Batteries can cause serious injuries if swallowed or placed inside any part of the body. If ingestion or insertion is suspected, seek immediate medical attention.

Never mix different types of batteries (e.g. Alkaline and Zinc) or new and used batteries. Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended. Ensure batteries are inserted with the correct polarity and are removed when exhausted.

The supply terminals must not be short-circuited. Do not throw batteries into a fire. Batteries should not remain in the product when not in use for extended periods. Non-rechargeable batteries must not be recharged, and rechargeable batteries should be removed before charging and charged only under adult supervision.

This product contains electronics and batteries that may harm the environment; they should be recycled at a local collection centre, not discarded with household waste.

Battery removal and installation instructions: Use a screwdriver to loosen the captive screw and remove the lid from the battery compartment, keeping it away from children. Replace the button cell batteries according to the polarity diagram (+/-) inside the compartment, reattach the lid, and re-tighten the captive screw.

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Don't Tickle the Hippo! by Sam Taplin is praised for being a delightful book that engages young children with touch-and-feel elements and sound buttons. The interactive features make it an enjoyable experience, allowing little ones to explore different textures while being entertained.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474968713

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Board book

Date Published: 31 October 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Ana Martin Larranaga

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 174.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 480g

Pages: 10

About the Author

Sam Taplin is a published author, compiler, and an editor of children's books.

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