Elmer and the Big Bird by David Mckee
One day, Elmer notices that there are no birds around. How strange! Soon he finds them hiding from the nasty bully bird in a nearby cave. The bully bird is mean and likes to frighten the little birds. Led by Elmer, the animals work together to frighten off the bully - and succeed!
"A beautifully illustrated book about community, this is ideal for younger children ages 5 to 6" * Families magazine *
"As ever, McKee's illustrations and text work their magic together to delight young readers" * Books for Keeps *
"A deserved favourite with the 2-5s." * The Sunday Times *
"Every child should get to know Elmer the patchwork elephant." * Riveting Reads SLA 3-6 *
"Books featuring Elmer and his friends are universally acknowledged as essential for the nursery." -- Julia Eccleshare * lovereading4kids.co.uk *
"As ever, McKee's illustrations and text work their magic together to delight young readers" * Books for Keeps *
"A deserved favourite with the 2-5s." * The Sunday Times *
"Every child should get to know Elmer the patchwork elephant." * Riveting Reads SLA 3-6 *
"Books featuring Elmer and his friends are universally acknowledged as essential for the nursery." -- Julia Eccleshare * lovereading4kids.co.uk *
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.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781842707593 |
| ISBN 10 | 1842707590 |
| Title | Elmer and the Big Bird |
| Author | David Mckee |
| Series | Elmer Picture Books |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Andersen Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2013-04-04 |
| Number of pages | 28 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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