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Elephant and Crocodile

By Max Velthuijs

Adjectives

humorous heartwarming insightful

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Crocodile loves playing his violin, especially late at night, much to the annoyance of his neighbour, Elephant. Unable to bear the noise, Elephant retaliates by learning the trumpet, leading to a noisy battle between the two. Their escalating feud results in a collapsed wall, forcing them to confront their differences. Ultimately, they discover that by working together, they can create harmonious music and build a lasting friendship.

About the author

Max Velthuijs was a talented Dutch author and illustrator, best known for his wonderful stories about Frog and his friends. His colourful pictures and gentle tales teach us about friendship, kindness, and feelings. Max Velthuijs’s books are loved by children all over the world for their warmth and simple, charming messages.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2003

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