Why Elephant Has a Trunk
By Gakuya and Edward Gakuya
When Crocodile changes Elephant’s nose, will this clumsy outcast discover an unexpected talent?
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What is Why Elephant Has a Trunk about?
Long ago, Elephant had only a tiny, stubby nose. He was big, clumsy and terribly smelly, which made the other animals keep their distance. Then grumpy Crocodile snapped his nose and pulled it longer and longer. Elephant’s strange new nose soon proves surprisingly useful, helping him wash, reach and make a mighty trumpet sound. With colourful Tinga Tinga animals cheering him on, Elephant discovers that an accident can sometimes lead to something wonderful.
About the author
Gakuya is a children’s author whose lively books help young readers discover the animal world. Their stories include Why Lion Roars!, Why Giraffe Has a Long Neck and Why Chameleon Changes Colour. Inspired by traditional African stories, these tales are full of curiosity, fun and surprising facts. Gakuya’s writing makes it easy to imagine wild animals chatting and sharing their secrets. Readers who enjoy nature, adventure and playful storytelling will find plenty to explore in these colourful books.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2010
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