Description
It's two days before Christmas Eve, the night Papa Red visits, and the young elephants are very excited. They choose a tree to decorate and prepare the presents for Papa Red to collect during the night to take to those who need them. But this year Elmer has a special treat in store for the young elephants, if they can keep quiet and out of sight...
It's the season for giving in this brilliant Elmer Christmas story in which everyone gets a seasonal treat!
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.
Reviews
"Delightful and charming, colourful and entertaining - with a timely reminder of the true meaning of Christmas" * Carousel *
"Another classic" * Glasgow Herald *
"A festive, glittery treat of a book... This story is a must-have for fans of the beloved patchwork elephant" * Baby London *
"Any fan of Elmer will love this book" * What The Redhead Said blog *
"A seasonal treat for fans of the patchwork elephant." -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
Book Information
ISBN 9781783442218
Author David McKee
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Andersen Press Ltd
Publisher Andersen Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 215g
Dimensions(mm) 275mm * 240mm * 5mm
It's the season for giving in this brilliant Elmer Christmas story in which everyone gets a seasonal treat!
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.
Reviews
"Delightful and charming, colourful and entertaining - with a timely reminder of the true meaning of Christmas" * Carousel *
"Another classic" * Glasgow Herald *
"A festive, glittery treat of a book... This story is a must-have for fans of the beloved patchwork elephant" * Baby London *
"Any fan of Elmer will love this book" * What The Redhead Said blog *
"A seasonal treat for fans of the patchwork elephant." -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
Book Information
ISBN 9781783442218
Author David McKee
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Andersen Press Ltd
Publisher Andersen Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 215g
Dimensions(mm) 275mm * 240mm * 5mm
