Its a quick book. I read this book when I was in first grade. It became my first ever book that was true and short. This is a true story. I love how they are friends and how they love each other even though they are really different from each other.

Owen & Mzee: Language Of Friendship
By Isabella Hatkoff, Craig Hatkoff and Dr. Paula Kahumbu
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | Grades 10 - 9 | X | 6 | 3162 |
The in-demand follow-up to the New York Times bestseller, OWEN & MZEE, the friendship that has touched millions around the world.
In this exciting follow-up to OWEN & MZEE, the New York Times bestselling story about an orphaned baby hippo named Owen and the 130-year-old giant turtle, Mzee, Craig Hatkoff explores the language of love, friendship, and nurturance that these two incredible creatures share with one another. This book traces their first year together, including their adorable playful ways and the unique "language" that they have developed.
In this exciting follow-up to OWEN & MZEE, the New York Times bestselling story about an orphaned baby hippo named Owen and the 130-year-old giant turtle, Mzee, Craig Hatkoff explores the language of love, friendship, and nurturance that these two incredible creatures share with one another. This book traces their first year together, including their adorable playful ways and the unique "language" that they have developed.
Publisher: Scholastic Press
ISBN-13: 9780439899598
ISBN-10: 0439899591
Published on 1/1/2007
Binding: Hardcover
Number of pages: 40