Now Read This: ‘Hippopotamister,’ ‘How We Got to Now’

“HIPPOPOTAMISTER”

By John Green

Hippo and Red Panda decide to leave their run-down zoo and make it in the human world. But first they’ll have to get a job.

A fun and engaging first step into graphic novels for early readers. Ages 5-8.

“HOW WE GOT TO NOW: SIX INNOVATIONS THAT MADE THE MODERN WORLD”

By Steven Johnson

This book, adapted for teens, explores the fascinating and interconnected stories of innovations — like clean drinking water and electricity — that changed the way people live.

For grades 6 to 9.