Elmer and Butterfly - Softcover

McKee, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1842709380 ISBN 13: 9781842709382

Publisher: Andersen Press, 2012

Synopsis

The famous patchwork elephant is back in another heart-warming adventure about friendship and teamwork.

One day, as Elmer is strolling through the jungle, he hears a cry for help. A butterfly has been trapped in a hole by a fallen branch. Elmer rushes to the rescue and frees her with ease. In return she promises to help Elmer should he ever need it. Elmer cannot imagine how a tiny butterfly could ever help him, but he finds out sooner than he expects.

About this title

About the Author:

DAVID McKEE's first book was published in 1964. His books are now published in many languages throughout the world, and many of them have been adapted for television. He is one of the leading contemporary children's book creators.

From School Library Journal:

PreS-Gr 1—Everyone's favorite patchwork elephant is back in this latest installment from McKee. When Elmer helps Butterfly get out of a hole blocked by a fallen branch, he doubts that she will be able to return the favor. Then Elmer wanders onto a narrow path and becomes trapped in a cave. With Butterfly's help, Elmer's cousin Wilbur and the other elephants mount a rescue in this story reminiscent of the fable of "The Lion and the Mouse." Butterfly reminds readers that even the smallest animals can help a friend in need. McKee's signature style includes high contrast and sharp detail on every page along with easy to read text. Bold colors and whimsical illustrations make this an ideal read-aloud choice, while longer text selections on each page make this book ideal for older storytime attendees as well.—Emma Carbone, Brooklyn Public Library

About this edition

• Publisher: Andersen Press
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1842709380
• ISBN 13: 9781842709382
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32