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Duck and Hippo in the Rainstorm
Goodreads Choice Award
Nominee for Readers' Favorite Picture Books (2017)Get ready for a rainy-day adventure with Duck and Hippo!
Duck and Hippo may be completely different, but they are best friends. When playful Duck invites careful Hippo to go for a walk in the rain, they have trouble sharing Duck's umbrella. But Duck and Hippo won't let that stop them. Soon they are puddle-jumping and sailing down the river! Until…WHOOOSH! A terrible wind sends the umbrella flying up, up, up into the air, with one friend holding on. What will Duck and Hippo do now? Jonathan London's charming text and Andrew Joyner's delightful art bring to life two lovable friends in this fun new series.
Duck and Hippo may be completely different, but they are best friends. When playful Duck invites careful Hippo to go for a walk in the rain, they have trouble sharing Duck's umbrella. But Duck and Hippo won't let that stop them. Soon they are puddle-jumping and sailing down the river! Until…WHOOOSH! A terrible wind sends the umbrella flying up, up, up into the air, with one friend holding on. What will Duck and Hippo do now? Jonathan London's charming text and Andrew Joyner's delightful art bring to life two lovable friends in this fun new series.
32 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2017
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Jonathan London
191 books192 followersJonathan London is the author of several celebrated children's books. His commitment to honoring the wonders of the natural world has been lauded by readers and critics alike. He is the author of more than 70 children's books, many of which are about nature. He's also the author of the popular Froggy series. He lives in Graton, California with his wife and two sons.
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November 20, 2017
Each year my family reads all the Goodreads-award-nominated picture books, and we have been doing this for years. Everyone rates each book and adds a comment and it may (or may not) affect my overall rating. This is book #14 of 2017.
Tara: (4 stars). This was fun.
Harry (12): (3 stars). Fun, and all their problems were solved, because they worked together!
Hank (11): (3 stars). Conflict, conflict, solved
Lyra (10): (3.5 stars). Fun book. The umbrella got them through a boat ride and a walk. Cute book.
Dave: (3 stars). Take a look at the cover. It has kind of a retro feel to the colorful art by Andrew Joyner. Best friends who are different. Basically a younger kids's adventure story, one of a series. It's good!
Tara: (4 stars). This was fun.
Harry (12): (3 stars). Fun, and all their problems were solved, because they worked together!
Hank (11): (3 stars). Conflict, conflict, solved
Lyra (10): (3.5 stars). Fun book. The umbrella got them through a boat ride and a walk. Cute book.
Dave: (3 stars). Take a look at the cover. It has kind of a retro feel to the colorful art by Andrew Joyner. Best friends who are different. Basically a younger kids's adventure story, one of a series. It's good!
August 21, 2017
My little guy said this story was a little weird and didn't make sense because the hippo didn't like water. He didn't seem to have a problem with the hippo talking though, haha. He did say he liked the story well enough and we settled on 3 stars.
January 5, 2018
***Rated by my son***
September 7, 2021
ugh i love rain
March 26, 2017
First of all: all the stars for the illustrations. I love them 100%. This world needs more picture books featuring hippos.
The story: I am not in love with the story. It is cute and funny but there's not really a plot—just a series of little problems that mostly work themselves out. However, I could see early readers liking this book and laughing at the little problems.
I received a review copy of this book through Goodreads Giveaways.
The story: I am not in love with the story. It is cute and funny but there's not really a plot—just a series of little problems that mostly work themselves out. However, I could see early readers liking this book and laughing at the little problems.
I received a review copy of this book through Goodreads Giveaways.
December 8, 2019
Duck knocks on her best friend Hippo's door one rainy spring day, and proposes a walk. Agreeing, once he has been assured of space under her umbrella, Hippo and his anatine companion set out. They soon discover that a little negotiation is necessary, when it comes to sharing the umbrella, whether it functions as a covering or a sailing ship. Then Duck is swirled away by a strong gust of wind, and it falls to Hippo to chase after her...
Prolific picture-book author Jonathan London, creator of the popular Froggy series with artist Frank Remkiewicz, launches a new series here, together with Australian illustrator Andrew Joyner. An enjoyable tale of two friends, Duck and Hippo in the Rainstorm features a fun, entertaining story, and cute, colorful illustrations. I don't know that it (or any of its potential sequels) is destined to be a particular favorite of mine, but it will definitely hold appeal for younger children who enjoy stories of oddball friends and their humorous misadventures.
Prolific picture-book author Jonathan London, creator of the popular Froggy series with artist Frank Remkiewicz, launches a new series here, together with Australian illustrator Andrew Joyner. An enjoyable tale of two friends, Duck and Hippo in the Rainstorm features a fun, entertaining story, and cute, colorful illustrations. I don't know that it (or any of its potential sequels) is destined to be a particular favorite of mine, but it will definitely hold appeal for younger children who enjoy stories of oddball friends and their humorous misadventures.
December 28, 2020
I love this book. Original, fun and witty with fantasic animated cartoon-style illustrations. Great storyline with oodles of kid-appeal and some good life-lessons along the way. The story feels immediate and fresh, as if it is all happening now.
Suzy Davies, Author of "Luna The Moon Pig"
Suzy Davies, Author of "Luna The Moon Pig"
December 29, 2017
My granddaughters thought this one was cute. It has a friend message about how to work together between a duck and a hippo. Nice illustrations.
March 13, 2020
عنوان ترجمه فارسی: چتری برای دو نفر
October 19, 2019
Great read for a KS1 classroom, with a nice underlying lesson in regards to manners and sharing. Lovely illustrations with a simple story. Not a particularly deep or meaningful story but great for a younger audience.
May 28, 2018
This is a nice children’s book about Duck and Hippo, two best friends who go on an adventure in the rain.
March 16, 2017
I silly story about Duck and Hippo and their adventures with a springtime shower! The illustrations are a throw back to the wonderful Bill Peet.
June 5, 2018
I love childrens books that take you on an adventure from the beginning. This book is about compromise and friendship and the illustrations make the story even more exciting. Perfect for the little ones
March 30, 2017
Can't wait to see the rest of the series.
July 1, 2017
I say...it's cute and to the point message about friendship-compromise. The art style is cute, iconic and reminds me of vintage style cartooning from the 1950's-60's.
December 12, 2017
I know a lot of people really like this one, but, it just wasn't my thing. There wasn't anything particularly wrong with the book, it's a fairly gentle tale with mild conflict probably excellent for around that 4-5 year old. I like a little more edge and a bit more humor. The illustrations and colors chosen are nice and bright. The whole thing is a very pleasant picture book.
February 13, 2018
Got a bit scary there when duck flew away but luckily it all worked out! Phew! Nice morale of the story about negotiating and finding a solution that is justly beneficial.
April 16, 2018
This book has colorful illustrations. It’s probably best shared one on one or for an ages 4/5 story time on spring, rain or friendship.
November 10, 2017
This is a great book. It is just the kind of book a grandmother would love to read to a grandchild. It’s a story about a hippo and a duck taking a walk in the rain and how they learn to share an umbrella for a great walk. I would have bought this book for my children when they were young.
May 5, 2017
The pictures really carry this book. They are colourful and fun. If the book focused more on the pictures, maybe it could've been a good wordless picture book :)
Dialogue is very simple and often repetitive. The story has a surprise or two but it seems a bit random and not holding together in a single arc. I wouldn't mind a simple story but you will find better dialogue in I Want My Hat Back which is a different kind of book but funnier to read aloud together.
Overall 4/5 for pictures and 2/5 for content. I feel that the hardback edition is too expensive to buy just for the pictures and I would recommend either The Umbrella or Little Fox in the Forest instead.
Dialogue is very simple and often repetitive. The story has a surprise or two but it seems a bit random and not holding together in a single arc. I wouldn't mind a simple story but you will find better dialogue in I Want My Hat Back which is a different kind of book but funnier to read aloud together.
Overall 4/5 for pictures and 2/5 for content. I feel that the hardback edition is too expensive to buy just for the pictures and I would recommend either The Umbrella or Little Fox in the Forest instead.
August 4, 2017
It's Spring! And Duck is excited to go puddle jumping! She invites her best friend, Hippo, but Hippo doesn't have an umbrella. Will Duck share hers? Of course! Off they go. When they come to a creak they decide to flat down the water using Duck's umbrella as a boat of sorts. But when they come to the pond they both begin to sink until Duck doesn't see Hippo anywhere. Where could he be? Finally Hippo comes up from under the water. As they step out of the water Duck is holding onto her umbrella when a gust of wind snatches it and her away. Hippo runs after and saves the day, catching Duck when she comes down.
After all of the excitement Hippo is happy to be back home. He invites Duck in for a cup of tea. But there is one more hurdle. How can they both get through the door?
A wonderful story of sharing, cooperation and problem-solving. Will make a great storytime read.
After all of the excitement Hippo is happy to be back home. He invites Duck in for a cup of tea. But there is one more hurdle. How can they both get through the door?
A wonderful story of sharing, cooperation and problem-solving. Will make a great storytime read.
October 4, 2017
The illustrations in this book were nice to look at. I just didn't understand why even when the Hippo was went that he still wanted to use the umbrella, but then in other parts he was running in the rain after Duck. I guess the whole point of the story is that things can be worked out eventually even if you don't get it right the first time, try again.
May 9, 2017
So cute!
I just read this with my nephew and we had the best time looking at all of the pictures. This is the first time he's ever sat still to read an ebook, too.
I just read this with my nephew and we had the best time looking at all of the pictures. This is the first time he's ever sat still to read an ebook, too.
March 7, 2017
Given the animal choices, this story makes no sense. The illustrations are acceptable, which is why I gave 2 stars instead of 1.
December 28, 2021
I mean, the title summarizes it pretty well. Duck and Hippo have adventures in a rainstorm. Wordy but charming.
September 28, 2018
In this story, two very different friends decide to embark on a walk that turns into a little adventure. Duck, the outgoing friend, and Hippo, the hesitant friend, encounter problems on their walk. They must figure out how to share an umbrella in the rain, this is one of the many obstacles they face on their walk. They end up solving their problems by working together and sharing. Their companionship and loyalty to each other is so strong that their friendship never falters.
An important theme revealed in this book is that by working together to solve a problem, a solution can be found and anything is accomplishable. Also, this book shows that friendship is one of the strongest bonds that can get you through thick and thin.
I gave this book a star rating of 4 because it has pictures that tell the story alone. This book also shows how Duck and Hippo used problem solving and trial & error to find solutions to their problems, which is a great skill for young children to learn.
This book reminded me of my siblings and I. We would play all day and sometimes run into problems, because we had to learn how to share. It was sometimes hard at first, but we worked past it and found that when we worked together we could always find a solution.
I recommend this book for kids in preschool up to third grade. It teaches a good life lesson of sharing and problem solving, which is good for young readers; it also uses lots of sound words like “splash”, “whoosh”,etc. that added an effect that children love.
An important theme revealed in this book is that by working together to solve a problem, a solution can be found and anything is accomplishable. Also, this book shows that friendship is one of the strongest bonds that can get you through thick and thin.
I gave this book a star rating of 4 because it has pictures that tell the story alone. This book also shows how Duck and Hippo used problem solving and trial & error to find solutions to their problems, which is a great skill for young children to learn.
This book reminded me of my siblings and I. We would play all day and sometimes run into problems, because we had to learn how to share. It was sometimes hard at first, but we worked past it and found that when we worked together we could always find a solution.
I recommend this book for kids in preschool up to third grade. It teaches a good life lesson of sharing and problem solving, which is good for young readers; it also uses lots of sound words like “splash”, “whoosh”,etc. that added an effect that children love.
December 5, 2017
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Hello, friends! Our book today is the very sweet Duck And Hippo In The Rainstorm, written by Jonathan London and illustrated by Andrew Joyner, the tale of two best friends spending an adventure-filled rainy day together.
As a light drizzle begins to fall, Duck heads over to her best pal Hippo’s house to ask if he would like to go for a walk in the rain. Hippo is unsure, but promises to go if they can share Duck’s umbrella. It takes a little cooperation to find a configuration that keeps them both dry, but they arrive upon a solution that works just fine. So begins a day of fun and adventure for the pair of friends, who find that even enjoying a stroll in the rain can have its challenges, but that win your best friend by your side, everything will work out okay.
We enjoyed this one! There’s a very classic, old-school sensibility to the plot structure: the friends never argue, there is no major conflict or obstacle (just small hiccups that are mostly easily overcome, often with teamwork), and the friends remain positive, supportive and good-hearted throughout. It makes for a rather cheerful and lighthearted read that we both enjoyed! The art is also inspired by classic storybooks: clean lines, expressive characters, and bright, simple colors make for a timeless look that was very engaging for JJ. The length was good, and this one left us with a smile. Baby Bookworm approved!
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March 24, 2022
This is a cute story about two friends, Duck and Hippo.
Duck came and knocked on Hippo door asking if he wanted to go on a walk in the rain. Hippo said only if we share your umbrella. They did not fit so the duck had to stand on the hippo’s feet and the hippo held the umbrella. They splashed in puddles and mud together. Duck asked to sail down the streak. They sailed with the umbrella. At first, there was not any room until the duck sat on the hippo's feet. They started to sink. They got out. They walked home and duck sat on Hippo and held the umbrella, but then the wind came and the umbrella flew with the duck on it. Hippo ran to chase them. Hippo tripped and Duck hit a tree. Duck fell and landed on Hippo's shoulder. Hippo asked if Duck wanted a warm cup of tea and duck said yes.
I would say the main theme in this story is friendship. There is a lot of repetitiveness in the story. They are both good friends to each other. I think this could be a fun book to read in the classroom for fun. I also noticed that the author, Jonathan London, has a lot of book themes that repeat themselves. Usually the characters say the same lines over and over again.
Duck came and knocked on Hippo door asking if he wanted to go on a walk in the rain. Hippo said only if we share your umbrella. They did not fit so the duck had to stand on the hippo’s feet and the hippo held the umbrella. They splashed in puddles and mud together. Duck asked to sail down the streak. They sailed with the umbrella. At first, there was not any room until the duck sat on the hippo's feet. They started to sink. They got out. They walked home and duck sat on Hippo and held the umbrella, but then the wind came and the umbrella flew with the duck on it. Hippo ran to chase them. Hippo tripped and Duck hit a tree. Duck fell and landed on Hippo's shoulder. Hippo asked if Duck wanted a warm cup of tea and duck said yes.
I would say the main theme in this story is friendship. There is a lot of repetitiveness in the story. They are both good friends to each other. I think this could be a fun book to read in the classroom for fun. I also noticed that the author, Jonathan London, has a lot of book themes that repeat themselves. Usually the characters say the same lines over and over again.
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