You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus

What do our readers think of You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the silly animal-and-vehicle ideas, catchy rhymes and funny illustrations. A few children find the busy pictures or repeated pattern harder to hold their attention all the way through.

What does the Pageticker team say about You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus?

We love this book’s joyful nonsense, jaunty rhymes and wonderfully expressive illustrations. The parade of animals in unsuitable vehicles makes for a lively read-aloud, while the detailed pictures offer plenty to spot and discuss. It is best suited to younger children who enjoy repetition, humour and imaginative chaos; some adults may find the busy artwork or occasional unevenness in the rhythm a little distracting.

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What is You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus about?

Join a parade of animals as they attempt to travel in the most unsuitable vehicles! From elephants on buses to tigers on trains, each scenario leads to hilarious chaos. With lively rhymes and vibrant illustrations, this delightful picture book is perfect for reading aloud and guarantees giggles for young readers.

About the author

Patricia Cleveland-Peck is a much-loved author best known for her fun and imaginative picture books, including the popular 'You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus'. Her stories are filled with humour and delightful illustrations, inspiring children to laugh and enjoy reading. Patricia loves to spark imaginations with her wonderful tales for young readers.

Discussion ideas around You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus

Animals on the move: Which animal and vehicle make the funniest combination, and what do you think would happen if they really travelled together?

A suitable journey: How could you choose the best kind of transport for each animal?

Silly ideas: Why can impossible ideas be funny, and what other silly animal journeys can you imagine?

Picture clues: What small details in the illustrations help you understand the chaos?

Make your own rhyme: Can you invent a new animal-and-vehicle idea and find words that rhyme with it?