LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
May 2023 Book of the Month
Elmer’s lovely Aunt Zelda has something to give him. The only trouble is, she cant remember what it is. And she can’t quite hear when Elmer asks her! Elmer loves presents and so do all his friends in the jungle who want to see just what Elmer might be about to unwrap!
Can he help his aunt remember? Luckily Grandpa Eldo is nearby and he can remember. A typically warm-hearted Elmo story which brings in how to be helpful and understanding of elderly relatives.
Julia Eccleshare M.B.E
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Elmer and the Gift Synopsis
The 30th Elmer storybook from master picture book maker and BookTrust Liftetime Achievement Award winner David McKee, about caring for elderly family members.
Aunt Zelda has a gift to give to Elmer from his Grandpa Eldo, but she can't remember what it is or where it is. Zelda's memory sometimes escapes her, and her hearing isn't what it used to be, so they set off together to find Grandpa Eldo and solve the mystery of the forgotten gift.
In his 30th storybook, Elmer's love, patience and respect for his Aunt Zelda and Grandpa Eldo makes for a heart-warming depiction of family life with elderly relatives.
There are loads of Elmer games, downloads, colouring and activity sheets at www.elmerday.co.uk
And find out more about Elmer Day on our special Elmer the Elephant channel.
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9781839131608 |
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4th May 2023 |
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David McKee |
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David McKee |
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Andersen Press Ltd |
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Paperback |
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32 pages |
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Elmer Picture Books |
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Press Reviews
David McKee Press Reviews
'A typically warm-hearted Elmer story which brings in how to be helpful and understanding of elderly relatives '- Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4Kids
'This humorous, heart-warming tale of family life with elderly relatives is about being caring and treating everyone with love, patience and respect' - Just Imagine
'A gently conveyed and strong message for young readers with elderly family members of their own. Fans of the series will be heartened.' - Kirkus Reviews
'This gentle story is perfect for sharing and could spark conversations about family members who are becoming confused, or have dementia or Alzheimer's' - BookTrust
Author
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.
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