Elmer and Papa Red
Elmer and Papa Red
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It's two days before the annual visit of Papa Red 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...
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Elmer and Papa Red by David Mckee
It's two days before the annual visit of Papa Red 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...
"A seasonal treat for fans of the patchwork elephant" -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
"One of David McKee's warmest stories - sure to be a hit amongst both old and new fans of the patchwork coloured elephant." * Carousel Magazine *
"Elmer the Elephant is an established favourite with the two-to-five age group. In this seasonal tale, the bright bold illustrations and sense of fun are perfect for very little ones." -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *
"A very useful book to share with children who write long and demanding Christmas lists. David McKee's illustrations that accompany the story are utterly irresistible too." -- Jo Heffer * The Bookbag *
"Every child should get to know Elmer the patchwork elephant." * Riveting Reads SLA 3-6 *
"One of David McKee's warmest stories - sure to be a hit amongst both old and new fans of the patchwork coloured elephant." * Carousel Magazine *
"Elmer the Elephant is an established favourite with the two-to-five age group. In this seasonal tale, the bright bold illustrations and sense of fun are perfect for very little ones." -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *
"A very useful book to share with children who write long and demanding Christmas lists. David McKee's illustrations that accompany the story are utterly irresistible too." -- Jo Heffer * The Bookbag *
"Every child should get to know Elmer the patchwork elephant." * Riveting Reads SLA 3-6 *
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.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781849392433 |
| ISBN 10 | 1849392439 |
| Title | Elmer and Papa Red |
| Author | David Mckee |
| Series | Elmer Picture Books |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Andersen Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2011-10-06 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |