Where's My Memory?

Gavin McCormack, Gavin McCormack. Where's My Memory? tells the story of Bernard the desert elephant who struggles during the midday heat. In their desperate need for water, his family are forced to walk on. After several days and nights, hope of his survival slowly fades until an unexpected act gives him the strength to keep going. He learns important lessons about the value of selflessness and random acts of kindness. Follow Bernard as he understands the true power of kindness that will not only save himself but will help to pass on his new-found wisdom to his entire family too. Where's My Memory? is a book aimed at primary school children. It tells the tale of an elephant who returns to the place of his birth to lay down for the final time. In their search for water, his family are forced to reluctantly leave him behind. The text works on a number of levels and promotes the culture of community amongst children. Giving for the sake of giving. Helping because help is needed. The underlying message behind the text is that 'A kind and compassionate act is often its own reward." It shows children that the smallest gesture on your part may mean the world to somebody else. Within the story Bernard is helped by another species of animal. He cannot repay her as she quickly moves on but the lesson he learns from her kindness is one which ultimately helps him to save the life of another and in the end help his family to grow.…