Hippopotamister

Description

The zoo isn't what it used to be. It's run-down and falling apart. Hippo hardly ever gets any visitors. So he decides to set off for the outside with his friend Red Panda. To make it in the human world, Hippo will have to become a Hippopotamister: he'll have to act like a human, get a job, and wear a hat as a disguise. He's a good employee, whether he's a construction worker, a hair stylist, or a sous chef. But what he really needs is a job where he can be himself.

John Patrick Green is a human with the human job of making books about animals with human jobs, such as Hippopotamister, Kitten Construction Company, and the New York Times-bestselling InvestiGators. John is definitely not just a bunch of animals wearing a human suit pretending to have a human job. He is also the artist and co-creator of the graphic novel series Teen Boat!, with writer Dave Roman. John lives in Brooklyn in an apartment that doesn't allow animals other than the ones living in his head. johngreenart.com

Included in School Library Journal's Best of 2016 list. Clever and fun! --Raina Telgemeier, author of Smile Hip, hip, hooray for Hippopotomister! --Lauren Castillo, author of Nana in the City Delightfully sweet. Three cheers for Hippopotamister! --Jennifer & Matthew Holm, co-creators of Babymouse & Squish At it's core, Hippopotomister is a touching friendship tale in the tradition of Frog and Toad and Robot Dreams. But this book will also serve as the perfect roadway for those kids looking for a path from picture books to graphic novels. --Nick Bruel, creator of the Bad Kitty series Green's (Teen Boat!) characters burst with personality, his comedic sense shines, and his visual storytelling skills are solid. --Publishers Weekly, starred review A charming book with a solid message about changing one's life through hard work, imagination, and openness to new experiences. --Kirkus Reviews A fun and engaging selection for readers just venturing into graphic novels. --School Library Journal