Teaches children the essential quality of patience in a fun and entertaining way.
Whether it’s crossing the grand entrance to a theme park or packing our bags for an anticipated vacation, we’ve all felt the electrifying air of excitement that comes with the beginning of a new adventure. For Bentley Hippo, his moment of exhilaration begins when he hears an unexpected knock on his door. Bentley’s friend, a lovable monkey named Jaxon, eagerly leads the green hippo to a nearby event. A line has already formed for a ride called the Big Blue Rocket. Just what the Big Blue Rocket is, they can only imagine, but this uncertainty only adds to their anticipation. Jaxon just can’t contain his enthusiasm for what’s in store. His eagerness moves him to try cutting in line, causes others to spill their ice cream, and even results in a warning from a staff member. Calmly, Bentley takes Jaxon aside and explains how his undisciplined actions are leading to undesirable consequences. Jaxon relents and the friends look for better ways to pass their time in line. Bentley and Jaxon decide to play some games as they make the best of their wait. Time flies when you’re having fun, so in a flash, they find themselves at the front of the line. To their surprise and delight, they discover just what the Big Blue Rocket is as they and their friends finally get to ride it together.
We’ve all heard the advice to enjoy the journey, not just the destination. However, this can be difficult to apply when our emotions are involved, especially for children. The primary lesson on patience is well-developed and is presented in a way that is easy for young ones to absorb. Other valuable lessons include dealing with the consequences of our actions, coping with disappointment, developing a level of self-awareness, and respectfully accepting counsel, even when it’s difficult to apply. The bright artwork features a number of colorful and expressive animals that form the basis of a series of books designed to inspire children. Their cheery personalities and smiling faces will engage even the youngest audiences. In fact, the professional quality of the vibrant full-page illustrations is truly a highlight of this lively book. If you have an active child and want an approachable way to teach a lesson on the value of maintaining a calm demeanor, Argyro Graphy’s amusing and educational picture book is a wonderful choice. With charming characters placed in a relatable setting, The Adventures of Bentley Hippo: Inspiring Children to be Patient teaches children the essential quality of patience in a fun and entertaining way.
