Elmer and the Gift
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Picture Book · Ages 4–9 · 2023

Elmer and the Gift

Written and illustrated by David McKee

Part of the Elmer series

Elmer and Aunt Zelda search for a forgotten gift, uncovering family bonds.

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32 pages· ~530L
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Bookroo's summary

Elmer embarks on a heartfelt journey with Aunt Zelda, whose memory falters, to uncover a mysterious gift from Grandpa Eldo. As they navigate forgotten paths and cherished memories, Elmer's patience and love shine through. Will they find the elusive gift and what truths about family will they discover along the way?

From the publisher

The last Elmer storybook from master picture book maker and BookTrust Liftetime Achievement Award winner David McKee, about caring for elderly family members. Aunt Zelda has a gift to give to Elmer from his Grandpa Eldo, but she can’t remember what it is or where it is. Zelda’s memory sometimes escapes her, and her hearing isn’t what it used to be, so they set off together to find Grandpa Eldo and solve the mystery of the forgotten gift. Elmer’s love, patience, and respect for his Aunt Zelda and Grandpa Eldo make for a heart-warming depiction of family life with elderly relatives.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~530L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.5
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
March 7, 2023
Publisher
Andersen Press USA
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781728492056

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