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The imaginative character design & sweet storyline will delight readers & have them eager for more tales featuring MooMoo and their friends.
MooMoo, a charming HippoCatamus—a unique blend of cat and pygmy hippo—faces an unexpected challenge when an accident leaves her with a fuzzy memory. Determined to rediscover her identity and find her family, MooMoo embarks on a heartfelt journey through the animal kingdom.
Along her path, she encounters a series of endearing characters: a lost monkey swinging through the trees, a graceful gazelle leaping across the plains, and a wise bird to assist.
The adventure reaches a touching conclusion when MooMoo reunites with her parents. They help her understand that her unique combination of cat and hippo qualities makes her special, exemplifying individuality is something to be celebrated.
This story stands out by introducing the imaginative concept of a HippoCatamus, sparking curiosity and delight. Its engaging narrative and quest for belonging position it alongside beloved titles such as “The Gruffalo” by Julia Donaldson and “The Way Home for Wolf” by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, which blend whimsical characters with meaningful life lessons.
As the inaugural book in “The Adventures of MooMoo” series, this tale not only entertains but also lays the foundation for future stories that explore self-discovery, kindness, and encouraging kids to celebrate their individuality.
Have you ever looked at your reflection and wondered, Who am I? Where do I belong? MooMoo has. MooMoo, a uniquely designed character, embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Part cat, part hippo, and all purple except for its eyes, MooMoo's features and coloring are not what we call 'normal.' As MooMoo tries to remember who they are and where their home is, she meets two animals whose coloring and/or shape are not typical of their species. First, MooMoo meets a sad pink monkey who's lost and can't find their family. MooMoo puts aside their personal quest and redirects their attention to help Miko, the young monkey, find their family. They next meet a multi-colored gazelle named Zala, whose body featured sharp lines that reminded me of geometrical art. Beautiful!
MooMoo doesn't know her place in this brightly shaded world. Is she a monkey? A gazelle? A hippo? And, if she is a hippo, why does she have a cat face? MooMoo is understandably confused, not to mention still lost at this point in the story.
MooMoo, in her journey of self-discovery, was kind to the monkey, and their kindness inspired another animal to be kind to them. (The mysterious animal's identity will be revealed after reading this sweet story.) It should be no surprise that MooMoo finds her parents and discovers who they are. MooMoo, the darling hippocatamus, began their journey unsure about their identity, but in the end, they could look at their reflection feeling proud of their unique self. This story does what we adults should do—inspire kids to embrace their uniqueness!
I loved the writer's and artist's imagination when it came to the storyline and character design. Both were out-of-the-box thinking and made for an excellent children's book! There were a few words that might stump three-year-olds, the starting recommended reading age, according to Amazon. Overall, kids will be enchanted by the mysterious creature and be eager to read future adventures starring the hippocatamus or other colorful, blended animals.
As a fellow enthusiast of children's literature, I agree with Amazon's target audience: 3-9 years. This book is a perfect fit for young readers, offering a delightful and imaginative journey of self-discovery.
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Synopsis
MooMoo, a charming HippoCatamus—a unique blend of cat and pygmy hippo—faces an unexpected challenge when an accident leaves her with a fuzzy memory. Determined to rediscover her identity and find her family, MooMoo embarks on a heartfelt journey through the animal kingdom.
Along her path, she encounters a series of endearing characters: a lost monkey swinging through the trees, a graceful gazelle leaping across the plains, and a wise bird to assist.
The adventure reaches a touching conclusion when MooMoo reunites with her parents. They help her understand that her unique combination of cat and hippo qualities makes her special, exemplifying individuality is something to be celebrated.
This story stands out by introducing the imaginative concept of a HippoCatamus, sparking curiosity and delight. Its engaging narrative and quest for belonging position it alongside beloved titles such as “The Gruffalo” by Julia Donaldson and “The Way Home for Wolf” by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, which blend whimsical characters with meaningful life lessons.
As the inaugural book in “The Adventures of MooMoo” series, this tale not only entertains but also lays the foundation for future stories that explore self-discovery, kindness, and encouraging kids to celebrate their individuality.
About the author
Joe Komara learned young how fulfilling it is to help kids stay healthy & creative, His books are inspired by his niece Kennedy and his floofy-tailed, charmingly clumsy cat, Rue (aka MooMoo). Joe is an actor and a Board-Certified Positive Psychology-Based Life & Well-Being Coach. NBC-HWC, ACC view profile
Published on January 13, 2025
0-1000 words
Genre: Picture Books
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