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Elmer Paperback – Picture Book, January 3, 2023

by David Mckee (Author, Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 5,747 ratings
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"McKee's gentle humor and love of irony are in full force in this celebration of individuality and laughter." —Publishers Weekly

Elmer the elephant is bright-colored patchwork all over. No wonder the other elephants laugh at him!

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.

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    2 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    Elmer
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  6. Dimensions
    8 x 0.25 x 9.25 inches
  7. Publisher
    HarperCollins
  8. Publication date
    January 3, 2023
  9. ISBN-10
    0063295601
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0063295605
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“McKee’s gentle humor and love of irony are in full force in this celebration of individuality and laughter.” — Publishers Weekly

About the Author

David McKee grew up in Devon, England. Later, while a student at Plymouth Art College, he began selling his cartoon drawings to newspapers. Since 1964 he published a number of successful books for children, including the King Rollo stories, which he helped animate for British television. His first book for Lothrop was Snow Woman, of which Publishers Weekly said, "It is McKee's superb humor--conveyed almost solely in the illustrations...that wins the day." Of his second Lothrop book, Who's a Clever Baby, Publishers Weekly had this to say: "Grandma's alliterative frenzies are fascinating and readers will find Baby's manipulative stubbornness vastly amusing."

Mr. McKee enjoyed traveling and doing books that "leave things unsaid."

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins (January 3, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0063295601
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0063295605
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 6 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.25 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 5,747 ratings

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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I am an elementary teacher and parent and this is one of my favorite children's books of all time. Bright and colorful illustrations and a nice moral about loving yourself just the way you are. Excellent book for children of all ages.
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Jo-Ann Walsh
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2022
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I love this book! I’m a retired elementary school teacher and I always had this book in my classroom and read it to my classes every year. The kids love it. It is funny and has a good message about being yourself. I ordered it because now I have a granddaughter. She’s three and loves this book!
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Ms. S
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, classic story
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2018
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I remember loving this book during my childhood, and I was so excited to find a board book version that I could share with my babies! The plot line is great, and I love the message about being proud of who you are instead of trying to fit in. The illustrations are fun and colorful- overall just a great book!
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Tara
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute Book
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024
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Purchased for our nephews first birthday because his name is Elmer. Book arrived how i expected it to. Excellent condition.
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Carter Hoff
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my all time favorites!
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2020
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I am an elementary teacher and parent and this is one of my favorite children's books of all time. Bright and colorful illustrations and a nice moral about loving yourself just the way you are. Excellent book for children of all ages.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of my all time favorites!
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2020
I am an elementary teacher and parent and this is one of my favorite children's books of all time. Bright and colorful illustrations and a nice moral about loving yourself just the way you are. Excellent book for children of all ages.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite children's book
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2023
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I happened upon this book over 20 years ago and have been buying it as a baby gift ever since.

It's a beautiful story of learning to be oneself and be confident in how each of us is made. It reminds us to not compare ourselves to others and that we can all live in harmony.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2021
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This is a fantastic story about being yourself. The cover is thick paper and the book has very vivid colors.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, trusted seller
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2021
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Not only is this a precious story that everyone should have, my used copy came in near-perfect shape! Product shipped quickly, was well packaged, and looks almost brand new. Incredible value for the price! Would purchase from this seller again.
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Beka
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely children's classic
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2022
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We love this book and it's been part of our baby/toddler library for years. Now it's in our beloved little nieces library too.
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Jessica Sousa
5.0 out of 5 stars Lindas ilustrações
Reviewed in Brazil on October 22, 2023
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Aproveitei uma oferta e comprei. Foi entregue antes do prazo!
As ilustrações são muito lindas. Leitura muito cativante, e no caso da versão inglês, estimula buscar conhecer. Feliz pela compra ❤️
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lindas ilustrações
Reviewed in Brazil on October 22, 2023
Aproveitei uma oferta e comprei. Foi entregue antes do prazo!
As ilustrações são muito lindas. Leitura muito cativante, e no caso da versão inglês, estimula buscar conhecer. Feliz pela compra ❤️
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María José
5.0 out of 5 stars Elmer book
Reviewed in Spain on April 7, 2024
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Precioso libro sobre la diversidad, es una forma adaptada para hacer entender a los niños que todos somos diferentes. Me encantó y a mis niños más.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A perfect condition book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2024
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I got this to give it my baby Grandson, to add to his collection of books (a child can never have too many books!)
It is a classic story which most children love having read to them.
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Francy
5.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo
Reviewed in Italy on March 29, 2024
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Lo uso per la scuola infanzia
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Elizabeth Bennet
5.0 out of 5 stars Cooles Mutmachbuch,
Reviewed in Germany on February 7, 2024
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das in keinem Kinderzimmer, Kindergarten, keiner Kita fehlen sollte! Unser Kind war begeistert!
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