"Accompanied by his monkey sidekick, Little Hippo is on a mission to take sand to the little cubs...The terrain the duo traverse is filled with fantastical vegetation with a Seussian vibe, the charming illustrations rendered in bright, saturated colors. Young readers will easily follow this uncomplicated adventure and delight at finding out how it wraps up. Simple and sweet." —<i><b>Kirkus Reviews<br /></b></i><br />"Brightly colored illustrations perfectly match the exuberant energy of Little Hippo, and young readers will enjoy his persistence in ensuring that the cubs have a fun place to play. A good choice for libraries seeking out books for their very youngest patrons. Little Hippo’s game of pretend is spot-on and deeply engaging." —<i><b>School Library Journal</b></i>