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HELLO, I'M A TOUCAN

Hayley Rocco John Rocco

A clever, funny, and informational nonfiction picture book series narrated from the points of view of endangered animals, illustrated by a Caldecott Honoree. Say hello to these incredible animals and learn all about why they need protecting.
Did you know a toucan's bill is four times the size of its head? But you might be surprised by how lightweight and strong it is. And did you know that toucans use their bills to keep cool when it's hot outside, by increasing blood flow from the rest of their body to maintain the perfect temperature? You can't get much cooler than that. Hayley Rocco is the author of Wild Places: The Life of Naturalist David Attenborough and How to Send a Hug, both illustrated by her husband, John Rocco. Before dedicating herself to writing for children full-time, Hayley worked as a publicist at several major publishers. Now armed with a pen, a journal, and her camera, she travels the world discovering stories of wild things and wild places. Visit Hayley online at hayleyrocco.com and follow her on Instagram @hayleyroccobooks. John Rocco is the #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of many acclaimed books for children, including Blackout, the recipient of a Caldecott Honor, and How We Got to the Moon, which received a Sibert Honor and was longlisted for the National Book Award. John happily follows Hayley into the wild in search of stories they can bring back and share with readers everywhere. Visit John online at roccoart.com and follow him on Instagram @roccoart.
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Published 2025-06-24 by Putnam