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No gorilla is an island... And one grumpy gorilla is about to find out why in this beautifully illustrated children’s storybook.

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Are you a Grumpy Gorilla or a Happy Hippo?

Join two friends on a journey of discovery as they learn how to look at things from a different perspective an live a life of happiness and abundance.

"A lovely read that helps remind our children about the importance of kindness, positivity and the value of helping others to help grow healthy young minds and strong friendships." - Kate Thornton

“Today is going to be the best day ever!”

There’s nothing like a beautifully illustrated children’s storybook to remind us of the importance of being part of a community. Just as no man can possibly live on his own (without completely losing his mind), even the grumpiest Grumpy Gorilla should never be left alone on his own island of misery.

Good thing there’s one Happy Hippo willing to show him the way. And this has got to be my favorite part of the story: Grumpy Gorilla may have been waddling in a self-induced puddle of gloom and doom, but he has enough humility and self-awareness to actually ask for help. I believe this is such a powerful message to impart to young readers, more than the concepts of “it’s all in your mind” and “happiness is a choice.”

Even though it may seem easy when we’re the ones standing on the sidelines looking in, choosing happiness may not always be as simple as a mere change in mindset. First comes awareness, then a desire to change. But a change in mindset will only ever be successful when nurtured within a supportive community.

And when Grumpy Gorilla decided to open himself up to the warmth and care of Happy Hippo and all of their other friends, that’s when he felt the spark of true happiness that’s bound to last a lifetime.

What a beautiful reminder of the importance of humility, kindness and friendship.♥

The story is told in verse, which has a rather chirpy beat to it. Every line feels uplifting, every rhyme makes me want to smile. The illustrations are also gorgeous in both its gloomiest and happiest scenes. I really liked the smattering of butterflies on every page following Gorilla’s gradual transition from “grumpy” to “cheery.”

At the end of the book, the author has provided questions to encourage conversations about the story and its message, which is just as important as reading the story itself. Letting kids know that they can talk about and share their thoughts and feelings in a safe space can really go a long way in helping them grow into mentally healthy and genuinely caring adults—just as Gorilla and Hippo will undoubtedly do.

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I'm a casual reader, always on the lookout for new books to read. I try to find the good in every story and will rave about what has touched me deeply. If something did not work for me, I can be very honest in saying so and explain 'why' to the very best of my ability. Pic Credit: Marko Bogdanovic

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Are you a Grumpy Gorilla or a Happy Hippo?

Join two friends on a journey of discovery as they learn how to look at things from a different perspective an live a life of happiness and abundance.

"A lovely read that helps remind our children about the importance of kindness, positivity and the value of helping others to help grow healthy young minds and strong friendships." - Kate Thornton

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