{"title":"David McKee","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"elmer-12-classic-picture-books-collection-set-david-mckee-ages-3-7-paperback","title":"Elmer 12 Classic Picture Books Collection Set by David McKee - Ages 3-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and Wilbur\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer in the Snow\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and the Lost Teddy\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer's Special Day\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and the Rainbow\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer's Birthday\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and the Race\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and the Tune\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and Super El\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and the Big Bird\u003cbr\u003e\nElmer and the Whales\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9781839130670\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Andersen Press\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 3-7 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMeet Elmer, the bright patchwork elephant who has delighted young readers for over three decades, in this joyful 12-book paperback collection by David McKee. From snowy adventures to birthday celebrations, each story champions kindness, individuality and friendship. Perfect for bedtime reading, nursery bookshelves or as a thoughtful first gift, this set brings together twelve beloved Elmer tales in one colourful, durable paperback bundle that little ones will return to again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSince Elmer first appeared, David McKee's patchwork elephant has become one of the best-loved characters in children's picture books, celebrated for teaching gentle lessons about celebrating differences. This 12-book collection gathers twelve classic Elmer adventures into one charming paperback set, perfect for introducing new readers to the herd of elephants Elmer calls family. In Elmer, we meet the brightly coloured hero and discover why he disguises himself as a grey elephant for a day. Elmer and Wilbur follows his cheeky friendship with a mischievous young elephant, while Elmer in the Snow sees him helping friends through a wintry escapade. Elmer and the Lost Teddy and Elmer's Special Day bring warmth and reassurance, perfect for little ones learning about loss and belonging. Elsewhere, Elmer and the Rainbow, Elmer's Birthday, Elmer and the Race and Elmer and the Tune add playful humour and gentle excitement, while Elmer and Super El, Elmer and the Big Bird and Elmer and the Whales round out the set with imaginative escapades across land and sea. Each story is told in McKee's rhythmic text paired with his instantly recognisable patchwork illustrations, ideal for shared reading, early independent practice and building a lifelong love of books. Together, this set offers wonderful value for parents, grandparents and gift-givers wanting a complete introduction to Elmer's world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwelve classic Elmer picture books in one great-value paperback set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold, colourful illustrations that capture young imaginations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle themes of kindness, friendship and celebrating difference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for bedtime stories, nursery shelves and early reading practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lovely gift for birthdays, Christmas or new readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new, unread paperback condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDavid McKee was a celebrated British author and illustrator best known for creating Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, first published in 1989, as well as the classic Mr Benn and King Rollo series. Over a career spanning decades, McKee's warm, witty storytelling and bold illustrative style won him international acclaim and a dedicated readership of generations of young children. Elmer has since become one of the best-loved picture book characters in the world, with the series translated into dozens of languages and celebrated for its timeless messages of individuality and friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith twelve heartwarming stories in one set, this collection is perfect for filling a nursery bookshelf or introducing a new reader to Elmer's colourful, kind-hearted world, offering hours of shared reading enjoyment and lasting family value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Book(s) will be dispatched with the UK ISBN and in the UK edition cover as shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David McKee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42807460888813,"sku":"PLD8108","price":18.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/elmer-12-classic-picture-books-collection-set-david-mckee-paperback.png?v=1791361449"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/collections\/david-mckee.oembed","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}