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Elmer: A Classic Collection

Elmer's best-loved tales
By David McKee
Series: Elmer Picture Books
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Elmer: A Classic Collection by David McKee is a delightful series of stories about Elmer, a patchwork elephant who is unlike any other elephant in the herd. Through vibrant illustrations and heartwarming tales, Elmer learns about the value of diversity, individuality, and acceptance, making these stories both enchanting and educational for children.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this delightful collection if you appreciate stories filled with vibrant illustrations and heartwarming tales about embracing one's uniqueness. Ideal for children, these charming adventures often centre around themes of diversity, acceptance, and friendship, making it perfect for sparking conversations about individuality and self-confidence.

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Elmer: A Classic Collection

A collection of five of Elmer’s best-loved tales, bound together in a beautiful hardback with a stunning gold and green foiled cover.This treasury contains:ElmerElmer and the RainbowElmer and the Lost TeddyElmer in the SnowElmer’s Special Day

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

A collection of five of Elmer’s best-loved tales, bound together in a beautiful hardback with a stunning gold and green foiled cover. The perfect gift for fans of Elmer and his colourful adventures, and an ideal introduction for the very youngest readers.

This treasury contains:

  • Elmer
  • Elmer and the Rainbow
  • Elmer and the Lost Teddy
  • Elmer in the Snow
  • Elmer’s Special Day

Series: Elmer Picture Books

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Elmer: A Classic Collection by David McKee is praised for its humour and the way it celebrates diversity. The stories of Elmer, the patchwork elephant, convey kindness and the importance of embracing differences, resonating with both children and adults.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783448678

Publisher: Andersen Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 September 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Andersen Press Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 855g

Pages: 152

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational David McKee Series: Elmer Picture Books

About the Author

David McKee (1935 - 2022) was the creator of well-known characters including King Rollo, Mr Benn and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, which is now published in more than 60 languages and has its own successful global merchandise programme. David was born in Devon and went to Plymouth Art College, where he had a traditional training. On leaving college he drew regularly for Punch, Reader’s Digest, and The Times Educational Supplement. His drawings were influenced especially by Saul Steinberg and Andre Francois. In 2020, David won the British Book Awards Illustrator of the Year Award and BookTrust’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

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