One of the most treasured characters in children's picture book publishing is of course Elmer, the elephant who was different. Different because he is a patchwork elephant. Join him in five timeless, exciting and colourful adventures that will be enjoyed by parents and toddlers alike. This beautiful hardback treasury is the perfect gift and an essential in the nursery bookshelf.
This is a vibrant collection of five favourite stories starring the world famous patchwork elephant, including: Elmer; Elmer and Rose; Elmer and Grandpa Eldo; Elmer and the Lost Teddy; and Elmer and Super El.
'A deserved favourite with the 2-5s. The Sunday Times
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About David McKee
David McKee (January 1935 – April 2022) 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 wrote and illustrated over 50 picture books for Andersen Press and penned a number of children’s classics including King Rollo, Mr Benn, Not Now Bernard and of course, Elmer the Patchwork Elephant.
