TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER
What makes a hippo interesting?
- Hippos spend much of the day in water to stay cool.
- Hippos usually leave the water to graze at night.
Imagine how its habitat helps it find food, shelter, and space to move.
Wild ANIMAL GUIDE · AGES 5–10
Hippo facts
for curious kids.
Meet the hippo, a wild animal connected with African rivers and lakes. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.
HOMEAfrican rivers and lakes
SIZEGiant
GROUPWild
GUESS THE ANIMAL
Can you solve this clue?
I am enormous, love staying in water, and have a very wide mouth. Who am I?
Show the answer
It's a Hippo!
TRY THIS TOGETHER
Turn one fact into a conversation.
1. Notice
Look at the picture. What body feature do you notice first?
2. Remember
Say one hippo fact in your own words.
3. Wonder
What would you like to learn next about this animal?
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QUICK QUESTIONS
Hippo FAQ
Where do hippos live?
This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as African rivers and lakes.
How big is a hippo?
For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the hippo as giant.
What is one hippo fact to remember?
Hippos spend much of the day in water to stay cool.