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Happy Hippo Poking Up From the Pond
Meet a friendly hippopotamus peeking out of its cool, muddy pond! Today, this hippo is feeling curious and has popped its head above the water to watch the clouds and listen for birds. What do you think the hippo is thinking about? Imagine the sunlight sparkling on the ripples and try adding your own colors to make the pond and hippo come alive. Will you make the water blue, green, or even purple? Maybe the spots on the hippo could be colorful too!
FUN FACT
Even though hippos spend so much time in water, they are not very good swimmers; hippos usually walk or "gallop" along the bottom of the river or lake.
Meet a friendly hippopotamus peeking out of its cool, muddy pond! Today, this hippo is feeling curious and has popped its head above the water to watch the clouds and listen for birds. What do you think the hippo is thinking about? Imagine the sunlight sparkling on the ripples and try adding your own colors to make the pond and hippo come alive. Will you make the water blue, green, or even purple? Maybe the spots on the hippo could be colorful too!
COLORING TIPS
Try using soft, circular strokes for the water to make it look rippled and shiny. You can use several shades of blue and green together for a lively pond. For the hippo’s skin, experiment with grays, browns, or even fun colors like purple or pink. Don’t forget to color the spots and background details for a finished scene.
COLOR INSPIRATION
Not sure what colors would suit? Try using the below.
FUN FACT
Even though hippos spend so much time in water, they are not very good swimmers; hippos usually walk or "gallop" along the bottom of the river or lake.
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