I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas
I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas

I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas

Illustrated by Bruce Whatley
Hardcover
$17.99
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4 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
8
Words per page
~329L
Lexile measure
Sep 27, 2005
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“Any child who has begged or pleaded for a pet for Christmas will love this book.” Christmas is coming, and one little girl wants nothing more than a hippopotamus to play with and enjoy. But will Santa Claus and her parents make her Christmas wish come true?Based on the popular Christmas song by John Rox, this edition also includes the sheet music and lyrics to “I Want A Hippopotamus for Christmas.” With catchy refrains, classic artwork, and a heartwarming story, this timeless Christmas tale has been a favorite since 1953. Music and lyrics for the song included! Through the Looking Glass Children’s Book Review

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      Bruce Whatley

      Bruce Whatley was born in Wales and now lives with his family in Australia. He has illustrated more than 50 children’s books, some of which he also wrote.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780060529420
    Publication Date
    September 27, 2005
    Publisher
    HarperCollins
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    8
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2003011028
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    60550758
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~329L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~J
    ATOS® Book Level
    2.4
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    101914
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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