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Best Friends: The true story of Owen and Mzee

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Owen was a baby hippo. He lost his mother after a big storm. But then he met Mzee. Mzee was a very old tortoise. Can a hippo and a tortoise become friends? Read this TRUE story to find out!
By: Roberta Edwards

Discovery Questions

  • Owen was lonely. He lost his mother and siblings. When have you been lonely? How are you like Owen? How are you different? Talk about it with an adult.
  • Owen and Mzee are unlikely friends. Think of another story where the two friends are an unlikely mix. How are they like Owen and Mzee? How are they different? Talk about it with an adult.
  • Owen needed to be saved. The people who rescued him looked after him and took him to Haller park. Why is it important to take care of all creatures who need help? Talk about it with an adult.
  • Hippos are among the most dangerous of all animals. With an adult’s help, research why.

Discovery Questions are available in 100+ languages in the app.

Book Details

Grade Level
2nd Grade
Book Code
582
Genre
ISBN
9780448445670
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