Elmer: Board Book

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For over a quarter of a century readers have been joining Elmer the patchwork elephant on his exciting adventures. Now Elmer's classic first story is available in this lovely board book edition. With its sturdy pages for little fingers, this gift is the perfect introduction to the world of Elmer.

Reviews

"Unquestionably the life and soul of the party. I loved this book from the first time I read it." * Exepose *
"Its message of celebrating diversity and uniqueness is just as topical today as it was when celebrated author David McKee first created Elmer." * Junior Magazine *
"This board book edition is everything you would hope for... perfect." * The Bookbag *
"Unquestionably the life and soul of the party. I loved this book from the first time I read it." * Exepose *
"Its message of celebrating diversity and uniqueness is just as topical today as it was when celebrated author David McKee first created Elmer." * Junior Magazine *

Author Bio

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, Readers 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 BookTrusts Lifetime Achievement Award.