Frances Lincoln Children’s Books ISBN 9781847809407 £9.99
This is one of a new series which gives children ten reasons why each animal is amazing, and five ways they can show their affection. The book has a cut out of an elephant on the front cover and a double page spread for each of the reasons. There are two species of elephant – African and Indian. They have the biggest noses in the world. Forest elephants eat seeds that pass through their bodies and out in their poo. The seeds start growing and plants are spread around the forest. Elephants can talk with their feet. Calves and female elephants stay together in herds headed by their grandmothers who are very knowledgeable. Elephants have cool ears. They cuddle and care, and are very clever. Their tusks are teeth used to dig, and to strip bark from trees. They walk on tip toes and travel thousands of miles over their lifetimes. Ways you can demonstrate your love include adopting an elephant, buying paper made from recycled elephant poo, buying fair trade products and never buying anything made of ivory. The illustrations are attractive especially the forest and grassland scenes. Highly recommended as an accessible introduction to elephants and conservation for young children.
Brenda Marshall, SATIPS Council
