Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Answer to Monday's Riddle: Sunk In Deep!


Excellent guessing, Riddlers! Friday we'll explore a shipwreck for Lizzy's middle grade book review. See you all around the book block. ; ) ~ F

Far beneath the ocean swell is where I went when I fell. Weather kicked me all around. Captain ran me into ground. Kracken took my wooden planks. Men abandoned noted ranks. Lost in time under the sea, now a clue in history. 

What am I? Answer: Shipwreck! 


Fairday's Riddles: Volume I 
Make time to riddle and rhyme!

62 original riddles and illustrations
Available in all e-book formats
 

Monday, May 15, 2017

Monday's Riddle: A Sinking Feeling...

Hello, Riddlers! Can you guess our theme? I love stories on this topic! ; ) ~ F

Far beneath the ocean swell is where I went when I fell. Weather kicked me all around. Captain ran me into ground. Kracken took my wooden planks. Men abandoned noted ranks. Lost in time under the sea, now a clue in history. 

What am I? Stop by Wednesday for the answer!

I gave you a clue! 



Friday, May 12, 2017

Margo's Musings: Hippos are Huge!

In fact, whales- along with dolphins and porpoises- are hippos closest relatives!~ Hippos are Huge!

After seeing a show on television about Fiona, a baby hippoat the Cincinnati Zoo who was born very early, my little sister, Margo, has been obsessed with hippos. She thinks they're cute, and I agree! Of course, when we went to the library she had to pick out a book on her new favorite topic.  

Hippos are Huge! by Jonathan London is chock-full of interesting facts. I thought I had an idea of what these giant animals were like, but I had no clue they are actually the most deadly animal in Africa! They look slow and lazy, but they are a force to be reckoned with for sure! Hippos mouth's can open up to four feet wide. They have some amazing symbiotic relationships with fish and birds (which I don't want to ruin for you). But, without a doubt there was one part that made us laugh out loud. Do you know what to do if you see a hippo and he turns his backside to you, then starts swinging his tail? Run! It may be funny to read about, but in real life it would be gross! 
  
Margo has wanted to read this one over and over again. I think it is awesome that a picture book taught me so much about hippos. Now I hope I never see one in person. I know I can't outrun them and they are very powerful. The bright pictures are filled with details that help spotlight the facts.  This book will put a smile on your face, and you'll want to find out more about these massive animals! 

Has anyone else read Hippos are Huge!? Or have you read another book by Jonathan London? Do you already know a lot about hippos? We'd love to hear your thoughts! 

Happy Reading!
~F

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Answer to Monday's Riddle: Hungry Hippo!


Excellent guessing, Riddlers! Friday, Margo says we'll be hanging out with hippos, so stay tuned. See you all around the book block. ; ) ~ F

A river horse or whale on land; I've four squat legs on which to stand. In water, my eyes skim by, watching out on the sly. When I'm hungry, it's grass I eat, soaking in African heat. Big and bad; fierce, but cute- it's well known that I yawn and toot. 

What am I? Answer: Hippopotamus 


Fairday's Riddles: Volume I 
Make time to riddle and rhyme!

62 original riddles and illustrations
Available in all e-book formats
 

Monday, May 8, 2017

Monday's Riddle: River Horse Run...

Hello, Riddlers! Can you guess our theme this week? They are funny and enjoyable to watch in their natural habitat. ; ) ~ F

A river horse or whale on land; I've four squat legs on which to stand. In water, my eyes skim by, watching out on the sly. When I'm hungry, it's grass I eat, soaking in African heat. Big and bad; fierce, but cute- it's well known that I yawn and toot. 

What am I? Stop by for the answer on Wednesday!

I gave you a clue!