When the other baby animals laugh at Elephant for not being able to jump, he sets out to prove them wrong. But hard as he tries, he just can't jump. Then he realises that he is able to do something that no other animal can - his strong, long trunk can make him a hero.

 

This book was recognised in the Books for Younger Readers category by the Fcbg Book Award.

There are 32 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2015 by Andersen Press Ltd .

Jeanne Willis is a favourite children's author, and she also writes for television. The illustrator: Adrian Reynolds is quickly establishing a strong reputation as a picture book illustrator.