Synopsis
Rather than return to the zoo, an elephant attempts to hide himself using a variety of disguises, such as butterfly and dinosaur costumes, with humorous results, until he and the boy he has found decide the best place for him is Africa
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
by Remy Simard and illustrated by Pierre Pratt
Reviews
PreSchool-Grade 2-While playing in his sandbox, Hector meets an elephant that has escaped from the zoo. He agrees to hide the animal, disguising it as a moose, a dinosaur, a butterfly, a dog, and finally as his father. The costumes have unexpected results and finally the boy must help his friend return to Africa. Once the beast has boarded the plane, Hector thinks his problems are over-until he finds a mouse that is really a giraffe. Young children may laugh at the sheer ridiculousness of the scenario-the very idea of trying to hide an elephant is funny-but most of the humor is rather mature. When the creature goes outside in his dinosaur outfit, he is "...besieged by thousands of scientists in lab jackets." Butterfly collectors are excited about catching a giant specimen. Hector says to his charge, "'I'll have to tell Papa to go on a diet. His clothes fit you like a glove.'" The illustrations are funny, but are done in a somewhat garish style. Thick acrylic paint is accented with ink to create a bold, modern look that is bouncy and bright but not particularly attractive. A clever idea that does not quite live up to its potential.
Lucinda Snyder Whitehurst, St. Christopher's School, Richmond, VA
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for My Dog is An Elephant
Stock Image
My Dog Is an Elephant
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Pratt, Pierre (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 1399952-75
Stock Image
My Dog Is an Elephant
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Pratt, Pierre (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 45788355-75
Seller Image
My Dog is An Elephant
Seller: Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Pratt, Pierre (illustrator). Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZBV.1550379763.VG
Stock Image
My Dog is An Elephant
Seller: HPB-Movies, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Pratt, Pierre (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_436203273
Stock Image
My Dog Is an Elephant
Seller: Russell Books, Victoria, BC, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Pratt, Pierre (illustrator). Seller Inventory # FORT834057
Buy Used
US$ 4.99
US$ 19.99 shipping
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available