Elmer and Wilbur

playful · colourful · heartwarming

What do our readers think of Elmer and Wilbur? (AI-Generated Summary)

Children enjoy the colourful elephants, silly jokes and the fun of spotting Wilbur in the pictures. Some children find the story easy to follow and enjoy its kind message about helping friends.

What does the Pageticker team say about Elmer and Wilbur?

We love the bright, expressive artwork and the playful rivalry between Elmer and his cousin Wilbur in this Elmer adventure. Their practical jokes make for a lively read, while the rescue story gently highlights friendship, teamwork and caring for others. This is a good choice for sharing with young children; grown-ups may wish to talk about when a joke stops being fun.

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What is Elmer and Wilbur about?

Elmer, the patchwork elephant, and his cousin Wilbur both love playing practical jokes. However, when one of Wilbur's tricks leaves him stranded, it's up to Elmer and the other elephants to come to his rescue. This delightful tale highlights the importance of friendship and teamwork.

About the author

David McKee was a brilliant British author and illustrator, best known for creating the colourful Elmer the Patchwork Elephant stories. His books are loved by children all around the world for their fun characters and important messages about being unique and accepting others. David McKee also created Mr Benn, another much-loved character from books and television.

Discussion ideas around Elmer and Wilbur

Practical jokes: What makes Elmer and Wilbur’s jokes funny, and how can we tell when a joke might upset or worry someone?

Helping a friend: How do Elmer and the other elephants work together to help Wilbur, and what might you do if a friend needed help?

Cousins and friends: How are Elmer and Wilbur alike, and how are they different? What makes them good companions for one another?

Being careful: What could Wilbur have done differently before playing his joke, and how might that have changed what happened?

Colours and patterns: Which elephant would you most like to meet, and what colours or pattern would you choose for your own elephant?