Written by David McKee
Illustrated by David McKee
Part of the Elmer Picture Books Series
May 2018 Book of the Month | All children should grow up with Elmer and this abridged version of the original story, presented as an Elmer-shaped board book, is the perfect first introduction to his particular celebration of difference and acceptance. It’s a good size for parent and child to share and David McKee’s timeless, vibrant illustrations provide so much for even the youngest to look at, enjoy and discuss. ~ Andrea Reece
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Elmer is not elephant colour. Elmer is patchwork. Elmer's much-loved first story is now available in this tactile shaped board book edition, abridged for the very youngest of readers. With its sturdy shaped pages for little fingers and its eye-catching march across any bookshelf, this gift is the perfect introduction for babies to the world of Elmer.
ISBN: | 9781783446773 |
Publication date: | 3rd May 2018 |
Author: | David McKee |
Illustrator: | David McKee |
Publisher: | Andersen Press Ltd |
Format: | Board book |
Pagination: | 10 pages |
Suitable for: | Baby and Toddler, 3+ readers |
Genres: | Animals |
Recommendations: | Books of the Month |
Other Categories: | Elmer the Elephant, Summer Reading |
David McKee was born in Devon and studied at Plymouth Art College. In the early part of his career, McKee regularly drew and sold humorous drawings to magazines and newspapers such as The Times Educational Supplement, Punch and the Reader’s Digest. David McKee has writen and illustrated over 50 picture books for Andersen Press and has penned a number of children’s classics including King Rollo, Mr Benn, Not Now Bernard and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant. David McKee loves to paint and now lives in the South of France but regularly visits London. One of the World ...
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