The Elephant
ISBN: 9780702259616
Australian: Yes
Published: 2017 by University of Queensland Press
Level: Primary Years (3-5)
Olive lives with her father and grandfather who came to live with them after her mother died. Olive can see her father is constantly followed by a large grey elephant and she longs to get rid of it for him. With the help of her friend Arthur and Grandad she eventually succeeds. With simple line illustrations and a satisfying story, this is a superb book to help younger readers understand sadness and grief. CBC Notable Book 2018