Frank Carlson Library

Describes some of the many ways, both verbal and nonverbal, that people say hello and good-bye.

Two best friends understand that saying goodbye to one experience means saying hello to the next, but that does not make it easier when one friend has to move away.

Illustrations, easy-to-read text, and a cast of animal characters demonstrate many ways to connect with others, including saying hello, shaking hands or waving, or singing and dancing.

A well traveled hippo takes a trip around the world, saying hello to the animals he meets in eight different countries in their own language.

Illustrations and rhyming text reveal that "hello" can be said many ways, from a handshake to a dance of happiness, and that the world would be a lot more fun if more hellos were shared.