Elmer's Day

Elmer has a busy day.

School Library Journal

PreSThese books feature a colorful patchwork elephant in their title subjects. Elmer's winsome personality shines through as he romps with a variety of wild animals from all over the worldpolar bears and leopards, elephants and kangaroosin this jungle fantasyland. Elmer's Friends, the most sophisticated of the four, leaves readers with the message that we can be different and still get along. The other texts are fairly generic, according to the concept depicted; most of the illustrations, done in bold, textured paints, are appealing and will encourage responses from toddlers. Solid choices for the board-book set.Linda Wicher, Highland Park Public Library, IL

David McKee attended Plymouth Art College, where he had traditional training. He has produced several characters that have developed into highly popular series.