But Not the Hippopotamus

A rhyming board book where pairs of animals play and pair up—hog and frog, moose and goose, cat and rats—while a lonely hippopotamus watches from the sidelines. Eventually the other animals notice the hippo and invite them to join in. Happily accepted, the hippo joins—the end—but not the armadillo.

The story subtly explores themes of inclusion, friendship, and empathy, with playful rhymes and quirky illustrations that delight toddlers and adults alike.