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African Stories: Once Upon a Hippo

By Ken Wilson-Max
Series: African Stories
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Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out why Hippo has no fur! Once upon a time, Hippo had lots and lots of hair. Until, one very hot day, a spark from the campfire catches the end of her hairy tail! A vibrant animal adventure... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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African Stories: Once Upon a Hippo

Inspired by traditional African stories, find out WHY Hippo has no fur in this vibrant animal adventure!

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Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out why Hippo has no fur!

Once upon a time, Hippo had lots and lots of hair. Until, one very hot day, a spark from the campfire catches the end of her hairy tail!

A vibrant animal adventure perfect for curious little ones. Written by the award-winning Ken Wilson-Max and illustrated by Zinelda McDonald.

Also available in the African Stories series: Once Upon an Elephant, Once Upon a Lion, Once Upon a Giraffe and Once Upon a Zebra.

Series: African Stories

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444975048

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 July 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Zinelda McDonald

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 242.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Ken Wilson-Max (Author)

Ken Wilson-Max is an award-winning author, illustrator and publisher of children's books. He was born and raised in Zimbabwe. He trained to be a graphic designer in Zimbabwe before coming to the UK. He now lives in London.

In 2020 his book, Astro Girl, won the STEAM award for early years picture books. Where's Lenny? was listed in 50 Best Culturally Diverse Children's Books by The Guardian and Max Paints the House is listed in 150 Important Children's Books by the African American Literature Book Club.

Ken has over 70 children's books published by over 15 international publishers in many languages worldwide.

Zinelda McDonald (Illustrator)

Zinelda McDonald is an award-winning South African illustrator who lives in Wellington in the Western Cape of South Africa. She has illustrated numerous children's books and is also a well-known designer and illustrator of children's book covers. Awards for her work include the Alba Bouwer Prize and the Exclusive Books IBBY SA Award.

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