The Hippo That Flew

Wilbur the hippo endlessly devotes his entire life’s work in the pursuit of flight for all hippo-mankind.  His efforts finally pay off in a most unusual way – and forever!

The Hippo That Flew is a wonderful story about a hippo who learns to follow his dreams, despite what people (or hippos) say to discourage him. He resolutely plows ahead, journeying forward to achieve his goal. How often does a 4000-pound protagonist convey such love and charisma to both young and old alike? Parents will enjoy reading to their children about what hard work and success are all about. Kids are given the understanding that mere physical attributes or handicaps truly have little to no effect on the outcome of a goal … it is all determined by your focus and dedication to what you are pursuing! Theodore Newton Vail, the famous industrialist, sums up this concept in the following quote: “Real difficulties can be overcome; it is only the imaginary ones that are unconquerable.” By reading The Hippo That Flew to your child, you’re not merely reading him (or her) a great bedtime story – you’re giving them life lessons that will enable them to journey through life with courage, determination, and self-confidence.