Hugo the Lifesaving Sailor — Lorette Broekstra

Hugo the elephant once again saves the day in the second book of this delightful series. Hugo and other residents of Hometown are enjoying a beautiful day on the water when a storm unexpectedly washes Penelope, a penguin, out to sea. With the help of his handy trunk and trusty ship Gypsy, quick-thinking Hugo propels himself to Penelope's rescue. Strong colors, bold illustrations, and an exciting yet straightforward plot make this a charming adventure for parents to read to toddlers or for very young readers to tackle independently. Readers can follow Hugo's perilous adventure on the colorful map provided.