Errol and his Extraordinary Nose - Hardcover

Conway, David

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0823422623 ISBN 13: 9780823422623

Publisher: Holiday House, 2010

Synopsis

All the young animals at Acacia Tree School have a skill to show off  in the upcoming talent show...except Error the Elephant. Morris the Meerkat can conduct music, and Zachary the Zebra can't be spotted when he runs with his herd. The only remarkable thing about Errol is his lack of talent--and unusual nose. But when his dad gives him a book about elephants, the pachyderm discovers just how extraordinary he is, right down to the end of his nose.

About this title

About the Author:

David Conway has written several picture books, including 'The Most Important Gift of All', which was illustrated by Karen Littlewood and nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal.

Roberta Angaramo began her career as an artist before becoming an illustrator of children's books. She has illustrated more than thirty books.

From School Library Journal:

Kindergarten-Grade 2—At school, Errol the elephant is thought to be clumsy and awkward by his peers. When a talent show is announced, he tries and fails at juggling, playing the tuba, and dancing. Discouraged, he does not want to enter the show. Luckily his understanding father gives him a book enumerating the special skills that elephants possess. Errol makes good use of the information, and he not only takes first place but gains the friendship of his classmates as well. The text sneaks in some factual information about these animals, but the lively illustrations really take center stage. The spreads are colorful and engaging, featuring expressive characters that at times fill the pages. Spoiler alert: the book cover shows Errol with his winning medal, so the story's suspense is limited. Pair this with Jean de Brunhoff's "Babar," Dr. Seuss's Horton Hears a Who! (1954, both Random), or Mo Willems's "Elephant & Piggie" books (Hyperion) for an elephant-themed storytime.—Catherine Callegari, Gay-Kimball Library, Troy, NH
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About this edition

• Publisher: Holiday House
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0823422623
• ISBN 13: 9780823422623
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Angaramo Roberta