Introduce young readers to the laugh-out-loud, heartwarming world of Gerald and Piggie with this Elephant & Piggie, Best Friends For Ever Series 10 Picture Books Collection Box Set by Mo Willems. Perfect for parents, teachers, librarians, and gift buyers, this boxed set gathers ten bestselling picture books in paperback editions that celebrate friendship, empathy, and playful storytelling—ideal for bedtime reading, classroom circles, or first-reader practice.
Titles in this Set: We Are in a BookCan I Play Too?Should I Share My Ice Cream?Elephants Cannot Dance!Pigs Make Me Sneeze!I'm a Frog!Waiting Is Not Easy!I Will Take a Nap!Listen to My Trumpet!
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781529530483
About the stories
Each short book features Mo Willems’ signature simple, expressive illustrations and gentle humor that kids instantly connect with. The pair of friends—Gerald the elephant and Piggie the pig—navigate everyday moments that become memorable lessons:
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We Are In a Book! — Gerald and Piggie discover the strange joy of being read, and the story plays with the relationship between characters and reader in a clever, meta way.
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Can I Play Too? — A new friend, Snake, wants to join a game of catch. This charming tale explores inclusion and creative problem solving when someone joins the group who seems different.
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Should I Share My Ice Cream? — Gerald faces a delicious dilemma about sharing—perfect for teaching patience and generosity.
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Elephants Cannot Dance! — Dance lessons lead to surprise discoveries about strengths and friendship.
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Pigs Make Me Sneeze! — Gerald worries he might be allergic to Piggie, a humorous look at worry and loyalty.
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I'm a Frog! — Piggie announces a playful identity change; Gerald must decide how to respond—an approachable story about acceptance.
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Waiting Is Not Easy! — Piggie surprises Gerald, but the long wait tests patience—great for teaching delayed gratification.
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I Will Take a Nap! — Gerald’s crankiness and dreams create a cozy, relatable nap-time tale.
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Listen to My Trumpet! — Piggie shows off a new instrument and learns about reactions, bravery, and performance.
Why families and teachers love this collection
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Perfect for early readers: Short text and expressive visuals support reading confidence and fluency.
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Conversation starters: Each story encourages discussions about feelings, sharing, inclusion, and problem-solving.
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Trusted author: From award-winning author Mo Willems—creator of Knuffle Bunny and the Elephant & Piggie series—beloved by parents and educators.
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Great value boxed set: Ten paperback picture books in one collection make an excellent gift set or classroom library addition.
This Elephant & Piggie box set is more than a collection—it's a timeless keepsake that fosters reading joy and social-emotional learning. Whether buying for a birthday, holiday, or to stock a classroom shelf, this charming paperback edition set offers hours of shared laughter and learning with two of children's literature’s most trusted characters.