Here Comes Rhinoceros

The rhino is a big mountain range. When he comes, the earth shakes. On his back he carries a small bird. The rhino dreams of being as light as the little bird on its back. But he is needed for his stability, the food he provides and to be a protector. The little bird would like to be as heavy as the rhino, so it will not be blown back and forth by the storm. Everyone wants to be different but each animal is perfect the way it is.

Language of Document: English

Title: Here Comes Rhinoceros  

Author: Heinz Janisch

Illustrator: Helga Bansch

Translated and edited: Evan Jones

Name of award: Hans Christian Andersen Award Writer Winner, 2024

Publication Statement: Markham: Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2018

Notes: Originally published in German as: Kommt das Nashorn

Subject: Self-acceptance/ Individual differences/ Friendship/ Rhinoceroses/ Children's stories, Austrian