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David McKee

    January 2, 1935 – April 6, 2022

    David McKee is a celebrated British author and illustrator, primarily known for his children's books and animations. His work is distinguished by a unique visual style and an innovative approach to storytelling. Through his imaginative illustrations and engaging narratives, McKee often explores themes of friendship, identity, and the world around us. His ability to captivate young readers while offering profound insights into human experience marks him as a significant figure in children's literature.

    Elmer and the Big Bird
    The Adventures of King Rollo
    Elmer and Aunt Zelda
    Elmer
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    Not Now, Bernard
    • 2025
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    • 2024

      This World Book Day, come on a brand new adventure with Elmer the patchwork elephant and discover the joy of telling, sharing, and making up stories!Do you know the story about the magic biscuits? Neither does Elmer! But the baby elephants want to hear it, so Elmer and his friends race to remember it before bedtime ...For over 35 years and across 30 stories, Elmer has spread a message of confidence, friendship and compassion to children all around the world.

      Elmer and the Patchwork Story
    • 2023

      Search and find with Elmer! A first counting-themed spotting book from our favourite patchwork elephant. Learn to count to ten with Elmer the patchwork elephant! The theme of every scene is a number from one to ten, in this large and busy search and find board book adventure. Help a hungry monkey find his 3 bananas, or count to ten to help Elmer cross the river! Jam-packed full of counting activities, questions to answer and details to discover, all from Elmer's colourful world.

      Elmer Search and Find Numbers
    • 2022

      The 30th Elmer storybook from master picture book maker and BookTrust Liftetime Achievement Award winner David McKee. Aunt Zelda has a gift to give to Elmer from his Grandpa Eldo, but she can't remember what it is or where it is. Zelda's memory sometimes escapes her, and her hearing isn't what it used to be, they set off together to find Grandpa Eldo and solve the mystery of the forgotten gift. In his 30th storybook, Elmer's love, patience and respect for his Aunt Zelda and Grandpa Eldo makes for a heart-warming depiction of family life with elderly relatives

      Elmer and the Gift
    • 2021

      With its sturdy shaped board pages for little fingers, this Christmas gift is the perfect introduction for babies to the world of Elmer. It's two days before Christmas Eve, the night Papa Red visits, and the young elephants are very excited. This year Elmer has a special treat in store for the young elephants, if they can keep quiet and out of sight... Full of colour, wisdom and pathos, this classic Christmas tale has been abridged for the very youngest readers in this tactile shaped board book edition.

      My First Elmer Christmas (Board Book)