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The Little Hippo: A Children's Book Inspired by Egyptian Art (Children's Books Inspired by Famous Artworks)
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About The Little Hippo: A Children's Book Inspired By
Product Description Drawing on ancient Egyptian sculptures seen in museums around the world, this enchanting story for children reveals the powerful connection between Egyptians and the hippopotami that inhabited the Nile. To the ancient Egyptians, the hippopotamus was one of the most dangerous animals in their world. The huge creatures were a hazard for small fishing boats and other river craft. But in this delightful story, a young boy befriends a little hippo and together they live out their days along the banks of the Nile. After many years, when the boy’s life comes to an end, the hippo finds himself in a strange world populated with deserts, cities, forests, and finally a museum where he is reunited with his friends. Early Egyptian civilization has long been a source of curiosity and fascination for children. Through this simple, moving, and beautifully illustrated story young readers will discover how and why the hippopotamus was such an important figure in that ancient world. From School Library Journal K-Gr 3—Little Hippo begins this tale as one of many blue hippos who call the Nile home. When his friend, an old man named Antef, dies, Little Hippo travels with him to his tomb and rests beside him. When archaeologists discover the tomb centuries later, Little Hippo is frightened and runs away to find his family. This search ultimately brings him to the Louvre, one of many museums that now house his "family" as beautiful relics from Ancient Egypt. Elschner's use of the blue hippo narrative as a mechanism to tie together modern and ancient times rests on the sturdy backbone provided by Klauss's inspired illustrations. The elements of picture and story work together seamlessly, transcending time to bring readers back to the fertile Nile of ancient Egypt. VERDICT This illustrated history of the blue hippos will first appeal to young readers' visual sensibilities, then give way to an appreciation of this art as a gift to be treasured from a culture long past.—Colleen S. Banick, Westport Public Schools, CT Review "Cute, but subtly educational. . . Five stars!" —Stuart's Study “An educational storybook that not only demonstrates the strength that can be gained from family and friends, but also instructs children about Egypt and archaeology . . . Provides a joyful lesson by bringing ancient relics to life.” ―Arts & Activities
