Books by David Mckee

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Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to the world of Elmer and his colourful elephant friends for the youngest of children. This little book clips onto a buggy and is superb for keeping little ones entertained on the go. Children will engage with the charming elephants in different colours - which one is elephant colour? - and learn important first vocabulary.Trade Review"The parade of bright, frolicsome little elephants are a treat to look at and will fascinate young children." -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisElmer is enjoying his walk: smelling the flowers, watching the clouds, listening to the waterfall. But each time he points out one of these lovely things to the other animals, they say they don't have time to stop. They're far too busy. Luckily Wilbur arrives at last and shares Elmer's enjoyment in the stars. A celebration of mindfulness from master-storyteller David McKee.Trade Review"This beautifully illustrated book by David McKee heralds the return of family favourite Elmer the patchwork elephant ... A gentle and mindful story." * Inis Reading Guide *

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Book SynopsisDavid McKee has created a new modern classic with the story of Belinda, a banana-obsessed young girl. Her whole family thinks it's a phase, except for Grandma Brown: she worries, and worry is hard to keep down. She asks Belinda to give up her favourite fruit before she gets a banana-shaped body, but Belinda has other ideas... 'What a joy; a new rhyming book from the Elmer and Mr Benn creator, David McKee... Fantastic illustrations' THE TIMESTrade Review"What a joy; a new rhyming book from the Elmer and Mr Benn creator, David McKee... Fantastic illustrations" -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *"This totally daft tale is documented in David McKee's zany inimitable illustrative style and accompanying bouncy rhyming text" * Books for Keeps *"David McKee serves up a visual treat and a masterclass in humour and subtle messages." * The School Librarian *"Everyone loves a bit of silliness ... children will find much to enjoy here." * Early Years Educator *"Rhyming nonsense from McKee to tickle the taste buds and bring on the giggles." * Red Reading Hub *

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Book SynopsisElmer, Wilbur and a brave troop of elephants set out on a quest to find the famous Lost Treasure of the jungle. When they stumble across a beautiful forgotten temple, Elmer's friends rush inside, keen to find the Lost Treasure before him, but Elmer appears to have stopped searching... A new tale from master-storyteller David McKee that delivers just as much pathos as the very first, this is the twenty-eighth Elmer storybook.Trade Review"David McKee's elephants are as delightful and full as character as ever," -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids *"In his gentle way, David McKee reminds us of the grandeur of elephants and that we should never fail to treat them – and all animals - with the highest regard." * BookTrust *"a richly satisfying picture book" * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisGranny Zelda knows she has to give Elfed a gift ... but she can''t remember what it is!

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Book SynopsisWhen Mr Benn visits the little fancy dress shop, he enters a fantastical world of adventure as if by magic... In this story, a red suit of armour catches Mr Benn's eye, and when he tries it on he finds himself transported to a land full of castles, dungeons and dragons! Collect all four Mr Benn classics in their 50th anniversary paperback editions! Mr Benn Red Knight Mr Benn Big Top Mr Benn Big Game Mr Benn 123456789 Celebrate 50 years of the iconic BBC TV series with the original Mr Benn picture books! Voted 3rd in a BBC poll of 25 to 45 year olds of all-time favourite children's shows Voted 6th in Channel 4's poll of the 100 greatest kid's TV shows Voted 10th most famous time-traveller by THE TIMES '...the very name is enough to induce a warm glow of childish bliss...' TELEGRAPHTrade Review"Some of the spreads of Mr Benn, in full armour, leading the king and his knights out to bring home the dragon would fit right in to the Bayeux Tapestry, and are wonders of movement, humour, detail and perspective. A must-have picture book" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisWhen Mr Benn visits the little fancy dress shop, he enters a fantastical world of adventure as if by magic. This time, Mr Benn spots a khaki outfit he'd like to try. As soon as he puts it on, he finds himself transported to a mysterious jungle full of snakes, elephants, and hunters... Collect all four Mr Benn classics in their 50th anniversary paperback editions! Mr Benn Red Knight Mr Benn Big Top Mr Benn Big Game Mr Benn 123456789 Celebrate 50 years of the iconic BBC TV series with the original Mr Benn picture books! Voted 3rd in a BBC poll of 25 to 45 year olds of all-time favourite children's shows Voted 6th in Channel 4's poll of the 100 greatest kid's TV shows Voted 10th most famous time-traveller by THE TIMES '...the very name is enough to induce a warm glow of childish bliss...' TELEGRAPHTrade Review"Fans of Elmer will love this earlier introduction to some familiar loveable elephants" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisThe 30th and final Elmer storybook from BookTrust Lifetime Achievement Award winner David McKee, about caring for elderly family members, featuring a reading guide and a link to online resources from Alzheimer's Research UK. 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, so 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, and deftly deals with themes relating to dementia with love and respect.Trade Review"A typically warm-hearted Elmer story which brings in how to be helpful and understanding of elderly relatives" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids *"This humorous, heart-warming tale of family life with elderly relatives is about being caring and treating everyone with love, patience and respect" * Just Imagine *"A gently conveyed and strong message for young readers with elderly family members of their own. Fans of the series will be heartened." * Kirkus Reviews *"This gentle story is perfect for sharing and could spark conversations about family members who are becoming confused, or have dementia or Alzheimer’s" * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisIt's time to snuggle down for a bedtime story with Elmer! In this chunky shaped board book, Elmer helps Baby Elephant find his lost teddy just in time for bed. Everybody needs their own special teddy bear at bedtime... have you got yours? A perfect introduction to the classic Elmer and the Lost Teddy story for the very youngest readers, with an abridged text of the best-loved tale.

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Book SynopsisLearn to count to ten, and have fun spotting all the animals 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. This book will help young children learn their numbers while searching each busy scene, developing their powers of observation, visual acuity, and their early numeracy and language skills as they go. Also in the Elmer Search and Find series: Elmer Search and Find Elmer Search and Find Colours

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Book SynopsisIt's Elmer's bedtime, but he still needs to find the perfect place to sleep. Bring the adventure to life as puppet-Elmer splashes in the lake with the hippos, tries to climb a tree with the monkeys, yawns, snuggles and waves goodbye. The cuddly puppet fits both big and little hands, making this interactive hand puppet book perfect for sharing between parent and child.

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Book SynopsisSome things you can give and not lose any, like happiness, love and colour. In Elmer the patchwork elephant's chunky, rainbow-shaped board book, Elmer helps the animals put the colours back into a mysterious pale rainbow by giving some of his own colours away in an act of kindness and love. A perfect introduction to the classic Elmer and the Rainbow story for the very youngest readers, with an abridged text of the best-loved tale.

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Book SynopsisDiscover Elmer's world in this beautiful gift box set containing all 30 unabridged original Elmer storybooks with a hidden bonus to discover: when the spines are aligned, a picture of Elmer appears!Join Elmer and his colourful friends, and read all of the classic stories in this complete library, from the original Elmer book, to family favourites such as Elmer and the Rainbow, Elmer and the Lost Teddy, Elmer's Christmas and more! And when you're done, put all the spines together to reveal a picture of Elmer himself. Which story is your favourite?

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Book SynopsisOne 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!Trade Review"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 *

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Book SynopsisWhen Melric, the king's magician, mysteriously loses his magic, he sets out on a quest to return it. But with the kingdom under attack, will Melric get his magic back in time to protect it?Trade Review"A wonderfully involving tale... (Children) will love the story of Melric, resplendent in his red and gold starry gown but suffering from magician's block." -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *"Packed with detail... Another success for McKee!" * The School Librarian *"David McKee is a genius." * The Times *"A strong story with a very good moral" * Lovereading *"A gem of a story. There's also a gentle underlying message about the value of being independent." * Armadillo Magazine *

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Book SynopsisElmer no es como los otros elefantes de su manada. Aunque parezca difícil de creer, es un elefante de mil colores: verde, azul, blanco, rosa, amarillo... Impresionante!, verdad? Pero a Elmer no le hace ni pizca de gracia ser así, más bien está harto de ser distinto, así que un día decide escaparse de la manada y buscar un remedio para poder tener el mismo color de piel que los demás...

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Book SynopsisEncuadernación: cartoné.Colección: L'Elmer.L'Elmer no és com els altres elefants del ramat. Encara que sembli impossible, és un elefantd e mil colors: verd, blau, rosa, blanc, groc... Impressionant!, oi? Però a l'Elmer no l'hi fa ni gota de gràcia ser així, més aviat està fart de ser diferent; així que un dia decideix escapar-se del ramat i cercar un remei per poder ser del mateix colors que els altres...

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Book SynopsisVols acompanya l'Elmer a visitar l'avi Eldo? De ben segur que aprendràs moltes coses...La collecció Primeres lectures de l'Elmer és ideal per transmetre als nens valors positius tan importants com la solidaritat, el respecte, l'amistat i, especialment, la celebració de les diferencies.L'Elmer ha anat a visitar l'Eldo. Es diverteix recordant a l'avi les coses que solien fer junts, quan era petit. Però, és l'Eldo tan desmemoriat com l'Elmer creu? S'està fent gran, però malgrat tot, és un elefant. I els elefants no obliden mai. O sí?L'Elmer és l'elefant més estimat pels nens. I és que a la selva no hi ha cap altre com ell: les seves coloraines el fan diferent de tots els altres. Amb les seves divertides històries, ideals per llegir en família, aprendrem que tots nosaltres som tan especials com ell.

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