When Humperdink the baby elephant joins the children's playgroup, he seems friendly enough, but it soon becomes clear that he's not very good at the usual games the children play, like dressing up or hide-and-seek. When he breaks the children's favourite slide, everyone feels sad. But with a little patience and understanding the children soon discover that Humperdink is good at some things - especially if they use their imaginations - leading to a riotously fun conclusion. A delightful picture book with endearing artwork and a humorous story to engage young readers and help them gain an understanding about those different from themselves. This title helps children learn the key skill of playing with and accepting new friends, whatever their size, shape... or species! Exploring themes of empathy and imaginative play, this title is a must-have for young readers seeking to understand the world around them.

 

This book has been graded for interest at 3-5 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 2019 by Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd .

Sean Taylor is also the author of Boing! published by Walker books and enjoys writing poetry. He spends his time between London and Brasil. Claire Alexander is an award-winning picture book author and illustrator. She studied a degree in Fine Art and later specialised in children's illustration. Claire teaches her own picture book course for adults in London and regularly visits schools, where she enjoys drawing for children.