Humperdink Our Elephant Friend

When Humperdink the baby elephant joins the children’s playgroup, he seems friendly enough, but it soon becomes clear that he’s very different and the day doesn't go quite as planned. This beautifully illustrated and humorous 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.

'Sean Taylor makes storytelling look easy in this rather delightful little tale, perfectly complimented by Claire Alexander's characterful and gorgeous illustrations.' 

'A delightful picture book with endearing artwork and a humorous story … Exploring themes of empathy and imaginative play, this title is a must-have for young readers seeking to understand the world around them.'

'A beautiful book, and it will help children to know that we are not all the same and our differences can be the best thing for us all.'

'Darling illustrations about a little elephant causing havoc at a children’s playgroup who is just a bit too big for everything.'

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.