Bentley Hippo Children's Books
Where Values Come to Life
Meet Bentley the hippo and his lovable crew! Whether they're tackling big feelings or spreading kindness, their exciting journeys help kids build confidence, dream big, and smile along the way. Every story and page brings big adventures, real moments, and a whole lot of heart
Hip-Hippo Hooray! We're so glad you stopped by today!
Welcome to Bentley’s world—where laughter lives, adventures happen, and being yourself isn’t just allowed… it’s celebrated with snacks and spontaneous dance contests. Meet five unforgettable friends who take on big emotions, weird questions, and everyday challenges in ways that make children laugh, learn, and feel proud of who they are.
These social-emotional learning books for children promote kindness, self-awareness, and all the values that help kids grow with confidence—even if Marty’s still working up the courage to wink at a squirrel.
From Bentley, the cheerful hippo and self-appointed parade leader, to Toby, the cupcake-loving elephant with a spreadsheet for snack emergencies, each character brings their own charm—and their own lesson to learn.
Bentley Hippo Children’s books blend humor, heart, and enough chaos to keep things interesting. With adventures designed to help children connect with emotions and understand others, this series invites kids to be kind, be curious, and absolutely be themselves
Discover Laughter, Learning, and Kindness with Bentley Hippo
Books to explore, activities to try, gifts to grab, and a kindness challenge that’s turned snack breaks into superstar missions—Bentley and his friends are never short on surprises! Whether you're here to read, giggle, shop, or join forces through partnerships or sponsorships, there's always something slightly unexpected (and probably covered in spaghetti) waiting for you.
BOOKS
Kindness. Confidence. Chaos. These award-winning stories deliver life lessons with wild adventures and characters children want to remember.
ACTIVITY PACKS &
PRINTABLES
Creative, chaotic, and 100% Bentley-tested. These printables turn quiet time into adventure—with kindness missions, doodle zones, and zero boring worksheets.
KINDNESS SUPERSTAR CHALLENGE
It started with one hippo, an overstuffed backpack, and a wildly ambitious plan scribbled across snack wrappers. Fast-forward: 3,000 children, 7,000 donated books, and a kindness movement spreading faster than Bentley’s juice box-powered mischief
SHOP: GIFTS, MERCHANDISE & MORE
Bentley-approved and child-tested. From journals to stickers, these goodies cause excitement, mild confusion, and at least one incident involving a backpack and a flying eraser
PARTNER WTH US
Fundraising and sponsorships are Bentley’s kind of teamwork—especially when they include books, laughter, and questionable snack bribes. Join Us! Bentley accepts cookies, high-fives, and thank-you notes written directly on foreheads.
Recognized for Excellence in Social-Emotional Learning Children’s Books
Bentley Hippo children’s books have scooped up a bunch of awards (and at least three cupcakes) for inspiring kindness, emotional growth, and a few unexpected dance-offs. Honored with standout accolades like the Canadian Business Award for Most Empowering Social-Emotional Learning Organization 2025, the Canadian Choice Award, and the Readers’ Favorite Award, these stories do more than teach—they tickle funny bones and warm hearts.
What Readers Are Saying About the Bentley Hippo Children's Books
Bentley’s pretty amazed—children and grown-ups alike are loving his adventures! From giggles to happy dances, the fun is definitely contagious!
"Another delightful addition to the Adventures of Bentley! I am super-excited to read this to my Preschool and JK students! They fell in love with Bentley's first book and now we have another to add to our collection!"
"I love the Bentley Hippo books and what they stand for. These are not just books with fun little stories; they deliver an important message that helps young children deal with society, including the other kids around them. Book 4 in the series is all about cultivating patience, something we all need to do more of! As with the other books in the series, Bentley is also a figure of positivity."
