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The Elephant and the Sea

Author Ed Vere
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On sale May 07, 2024 | 9 Minutes | 978-0-593-86533-0
Age 3-7 years | Preschool - 2
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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.
★ "A charming winner about purpose, bravery, and making one’s dreams come true."—Kirkus, starred review

"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
ED VERE is the author and illustrator of numerous picture books, including How to Be a Lion, The Artist, and the New York Times and USA Today bestseller Max the Brave. He lives in London, England. Learn more about Ed's work at edvere.com and follow him on Instagram and Twitter at @ed_vere. View titles by Ed Vere

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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.

Reviews

★ "A charming winner about purpose, bravery, and making one’s dreams come true."—Kirkus, starred review

"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

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ED VERE is the author and illustrator of numerous picture books, including How to Be a Lion, The Artist, and the New York Times and USA Today bestseller Max the Brave. He lives in London, England. Learn more about Ed's work at edvere.com and follow him on Instagram and Twitter at @ed_vere. View titles by Ed Vere

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Classroom activities supplement discussion and traditional lessons with group projects and creative tasks. Can be used in pre-existing units and lessons, or as stand-alone.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)

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