The Elephant and the Sea
Ed Vere
(Author)
21,000+ Reviews
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Description
USA TODAY BESTSELLER! An inspiring, seafaring fable about a determined and brave elephant who reaches for his dreams, from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Ed Vere. "There is only one thing I want to do . . . So I will do it!" Gabriel the elephant dreams of being part of the lifeboat crew in his seaside town, but he is too young, and too little. But soon, Gabriel grows up and he is too . . . BIG! Disappointed but undaunted, Gabriel makes a plan. He hammers and chops, saws and sands, and builds his very own boat. One night, a great storm hits, and it's Gabriel's time to shine, pulling his oars alone against the crashing waves to save a crew in peril. Young children will love rooting for underdog Gabriel and will draw inspiration from his determination to achieve his dreams despite hurdles and setbacks. The Elephant and the Sea is a perfect gift for anyone setting out on a new path, encouraging them to face life's obstacles with optimism.
Product Details
Price
$25.29
Publisher
Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Publish Date
May 07, 2024
Pages
32
Dimensions
8.5 X 11.1 X 0.4 inches | 0.9 pounds
Language
English
Type
Library Binding
EAN/UPC
9780525580911
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ED VERE is the author and illustrator of numerous picture books, including How to Be a Lion, The Artist, The Elephant and the Sea, and the New York Times bestseller Max the Brave. He lives in London.
Reviews
USA TODAY BESTSELLER! ★ "A charming winner about purpose, bravery, and making one's dreams come true." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "The gentle reminder to readers to pursue their passions, no matter the odds against them, makes this endearing tale an inspiring one." --The Horn Book "The atmospheric illustrations have layers and textures, creating a realistic backdrop juxtaposed with animal characters." --Booklist "Watercolor and ink illustrations in Vere's signature style . . . imbu[e] the tale with a sense of childhood whimsy and nostalgia. . . . Use this as a lead-in to a chorus of kid-friendly sea shanties." --The Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books