Say Hello Like an Armadillo

It’s not just people who say “hello”—animals do, too!


This playful story invites children to be open to all kinds of greetings as animals from around the world show off the unique ways they say “hello.” From belugas’ fin shakes and tongue clicks to fiddler crabs’ waving claws to armadillos’ unrolling to say “hi,” these clever, creative animal greetings encourage young readers to experiment with different ways of greeting one another. Perfect for back-to-school and classroom sharing, this colorfully illustrated collection of ways to say hello fosters play and curiosity about the natural world while alleviating children’s anxiety about greeting new people.

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