Kids Book Read Aloud: Hanna's Cold Winter Written by Trish Marx, Illustrated by Barbara Knutson

Follow along as we learn how Hanna, a beloved hippopotamus at the Budapest Zoo, survives a cold and war torn winter during World War II by a very clever solution.
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Bookroot Readings suggested questions to help dive into this book.
1. What town and country does Hanna's Cold Winter take place? Can you located it on a globe/map?
2. What war was happening in this story? (6:13)
3. Despite times of trouble themselves, the family thought of their cities' beloved hippos. What was the idea that helped saved Hanna and the other hippopotamus? (9:36)
4. I can only imagine that living in an active war zone would be stressful for all involved. Despite being in the middle of a horrific war, the family strived save the helpless animals. What are some of the good character traits the main characters possess?
5. What is your favorite animal? What would you have done to save your favorite animal if you were in this reading?
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