
Written & illustrated by David McKee
Part of the Elmer series
The elephants' birthday prank on Elmer goes awry.
Elmer's friends plan a playful birthday prank, pretending to forget his special day. But when the big day arrives, their scheme unravels in unexpected ways. Will Elmer's colorful charm turn the tables on his mischievous friends? Discover the delightful chaos in this heartwarming tale of friendship and surprises.
The elephants decide it’s their turn to play a trick on Elmer: all of the animals must pretend to forget his birthday tomorrow! But when the day comes the trick doesn’t quite go according to plan. The elephants should have listened to Elmer’s friends . . . A new tale to celebrate Elmer the Patchwork Elephant’s 30th birthday from master-storyteller David McKee, this is the twenty-seventh Elmer storybook!
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