Elmer the elephant, a colorful character because of his patchwork hide and sense of humor, tries to blend in with the herd, but soon realizes that he's happiest just being himself. "McKee's gentle humor and love of irony are in full force in this celebration of individuality and laughter." -- Publisher's Weekly. David McKee grew up in Devon.
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant (often shortened to Elmer) is a children's picture book series by the British author David McKee. Book Details Title: Elmer the Patchwork Elephant Author: David McKee Pages: 32 Publish Date: January 1, 1968 Genres: Picture Books, Children's Literature, Animals, Fiction Synopsis of Elmer the Patchwork Elephant Character Overview Elmer is no ordinary elephant. He boasts a dazzling patchwork of colors, unlike any other in his herd.
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant Elmer remains one of the most iconic and widely read children's book series of all time, selling over 10 million copies worldwide since it was first published by Andersen Press in 1989. Written and illustrated by celebrated children's author and artist David McKee, the Elmer books have been translated into more. Written and illustrated by David McKee.Elmer is different.
Elmer is patchwork.The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be. That would make Elmer feel better, wouldn't it? David McKee's comical fable about everyone's favorite patchwork elephant teaches readers to be themselves and celebrates the power of laughter. There are some books that are destined to be shared from generation to generation.
Elmer has got to be at the top of this list. The story is about an elephant, Elmer, who is born unlike the other elephants; he is patchwork coloured! Where the other elephants in his herd are elephant-coloured, Elmer's hide is yellow, white, black, orange, pink, purple and more. Elmer is not only patchwork, his.
If he were ordinary elephant color, the others might stop laughing. That would make Elmer feel better, wouldn't it? David McKee's comical fable about everyone's favorite patchwork elephant teaches readers to be themselves and celebrates the power of laughter. This board book edition has sturdy, thick pages, perfect for the youngest readers.
The Creative Behind the Books David McKee's most famous creation is Elmer the Patchwork Elephant which is now pub.