The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
A hog and a frog
cavort in the bog.
But not the hippopotamus.
A cat and two rats
are trying on hats.
But not the hippopotamus.
The original But Not the Hippopotamus was an instant favorite among children and parents. Now this hilarious Boynton book is back in a Special 30th Anniversary Edition, complete with its silly rhymes and humorous, charming illustrations.
In this simple, playful board book, a shy hippo watches as other animals engage in social activities. Finally, the other animals invite the hippo along and, after dithering a moment, she leaps into the fun...with hilarious results.
The repetitive, enjoyable rhythm, cheerful mood, and well-crafted, simple rhymes will endear this story to toddlers everywhere. This anniversary edition has an enlarged trim size and metallic ink on the cover, making this Boynton classic even more special.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence in the book. The content is gentle and focuses on making bedtime fun and cozy for children. No scary content in the book. The story is designed to be comforting and enjoyable for children at bedtime.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have violence?
No violence in the book. The content is gentle and focuses on making bedtime fun and cozy for children.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have scary content?
No scary content in the book. The story is designed to be comforting and enjoyable for children at bedtime.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The story is centered around bedtime routines and does not include any religious practices or beliefs.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes or discussions in the book. The narrative focuses on a bedtime routine without addressing race as a central theme.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have profanity?
No profanity present in the book. The language used is suitable for a young audience.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have climate change?
No climate themes present in the book. The story is focused on bedtime routines and does not address environmental issues.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have sexual identity?
No sexual content in the book. The narrative is appropriate for young children and centers on bedtime activities.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or promote gender roles. It features a variety of animals engaging in bedtime activities without emphasizing traditional or modern gender roles.
Does The Going To Bed Book Special 30th Anniversary Edition! have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters present in the book. The narrative focuses on a bedtime routine for children without any mention of LGBTQ+ topics.
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