Book Review: Little Hippo’s Who Am I? In the Garden
As a busy mom navigating the daily chaos of toddlerhood, I often find myself on the lookout for moments of calm. One afternoon, as my little ones were crawling up the walls—literally—I desperately sought a cozy escape for us. I turned to Who Am I? In the Garden by Little Hippo Books, hoping to transport us into a world filled with stories and adventure, if only for a few pages.
From the moment we opened the cover, we were greeted with bright, colorful illustrations depicting a charming garden teeming with life. The book beautifully weaves together rhymes and engaging facts about the various critters that make gardens their home. Each spread invites young readers to guess which animal is making its appearance, turning reading into a delightful guessing game.
What struck me most was the clever design of the book. The touch-and-feel elements, featuring silicone textures on each page, captured my toddlers’ imaginations instantly. My three-year-old squealed with delight as she traced the feel of a fuzzy caterpillar while her younger brother giggled, trying to poke at the shiny ladybug. The tactile experience seemed to enhance their engagement, sparking a flurry of questions like, “Can we find a worm like that in our own garden?” It turned our reading time into a fun-filled exploration of nature right from our living room!
The rhyming text flowed perfectly, ensuring I could read the book multiple times without it becoming tedious. In fact, I found many moments where their little voices chimed in, filling in the gaps as I paused for suspense. One of my personal favorite lines was: "I’m small and I wiggle, I love the soil; I turn it to gold, my home is your spoil!" It brought hearty giggles, and I loved how it transformed learning about garden animals into such a playful, imaginative experience.
Honestly, I’ve read countless children’s books that promise engagement but fall a bit flat. This one, however, felt like a breath of fresh air! It not only held their attention but also inspired interactive conversations. My kids began sharing their own experiences of spotting butterflies and ants in our yard, and the book sparked creative imaginations that went beyond its pages.
I highly recommend Who Am I? In the Garden for toddlers aged 1-3, especially those who are naturally curious about the world around them. It’s also a delightful choice for gift-giving seasons, be it a birthday or a baby shower. It has found its place on our family bookshelf as a yearly summer staple—a cherished exploration of nature that we will revisit.
For me personally, this book was a reminder of how our small, everyday moments can turn into cherished memories. In a world that often feels hectic, it offered my children—and myself—a beautiful little escape. So, if you’re in need of a quiet moment filled with laughter, learning, and love, I think you’ll find just what you need in the pages of this lovely book. Happy reading!
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