Elmer și bunicul Eldo

Elmer

by David McKee

Elefantul multicolor a mai crescut, iar povestea despre vizita la bunicul Eldo, alături de care rememorează clipe frumoase pe care le-au trăit împreună când era mic, ne vorbește cu sensibilitate despre memorie și importanţa relaţiilor de familie. – Financial Times

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Fiction, Juvenile, Fantasy

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

David McKee was a British writer and illustrator, chiefly of children's books and animations. He also used the pseudonym Violet Easton. He is frequently referenced as David (John) McKee. He has been commended for his gentle, playful but insightful stories.

For his contribution as a children's illustrator he was UK nominee for the biennial, international Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2006.

Reviews

[Lakshmi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elmer and Grandpa Eldo, the colourful picture filled story book has a very interesting story which talks about the beautiful relationship between the Grandpa elephant and his grandson elephant. Since it is a story of the Elmer the elephant the book has the good scenery of the forest and variety of animals pictures such as Monkeys,Rabbits, crocodile, fishes and birds.
The story is included with a wonderful rhyming song, numbers one to nine and the names of the famous children's tales such as Hansel and Gretel, Cinderella, Three little pigs and etc will draw the attention of the children. Children will also love the differentiation of the characters, the multi coloured Elmer and the Golden Grandpa Eldo.
The book is suitable for Key stage 1 children and the it can be recommended for the guided reading. I liked the way the story is narrated with lots of love and affection shared among the two elephants which includes lots of fun and takes me back to my childhood days and memories. It is a good book to develop the reading habit of children in the classroom and as well as at home.

[Glitterbomb · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read with my daughter for her 2018 Premiers Reading Challenge.

Elmer and Grandpa Eldo go for a walk and share memories along the way.

A very nice story; the illustrations are bright and colourful, and the story is quite fun.

[Gabriella · Rating 4 out of 5]

A heartwarming Elmer tale where he goes to visit his Grandpa Eldo and uses the time to remind him of all the fun they used to have. Grandpa remembers it all and is really pleased Elmer remembers which shows how much it means to him. There is also some typical Elmer tricks and mischief along the way. It is great to spark conversation with the children about who is important to them and what presents they take or what they do with them during the time they spend with them when they visit.

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

What do old people remember, versus what they forget?

Even though the two main characters in this story are both patchwork elephants, they sure act and think like humans. (Shocking in a picture book? Maybe not. But I do think that children like Elmer do not have the sophistication to notice patterns to how a senior remembers things, versus forgetting.)

Still, it's a sweet story about having fun with a grandparent. And the ending is happy.

So sure, I'll call this a FIVE STAR read.

[✨️ Louise Allen ✨️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved *Elmer and Grandpa Eldo*! David McKee has done it again with this charming and heartwarming story. The illustrations are vibrant and full of character, really bringing the story to life. It’s a lovely tale about family, friendship, and the importance of staying true to yourself. Perfect for children and adults alike, it’s the kind of book that makes you smile and reminds you of the special bonds we share. A definite five-star read — highly recommended!

[Brian Baker · Rating 1 out of 5]

I love all the Elmer books, but this is my least favorite. I do not like how the grandfather was prepending to forget things when he actually does not have memory loss in the end. It’s hurtful to families and children who actually have to face memory loss for real.

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elmer can't wait to spend the day with Grandpa Eldo. Grandpa pretends to forget everything they usually do together so Elmer has to remind him. By the end of the day, Elmer realized Grandpa is just pretending to forget and is delighted to spend the day together.

[Kenson and kirra · Rating 3 out of 5]

elmer and grandpa eldo go for a walk. grandpa eldo pretends he forgets what they did before. really he's just happy elmer remembers.

[Lindsay Paige]

This was cute.

[Elisabeille · Rating 5 out of 5]

Un livre très touchant qui parle des souvenirs d'enfance et du lien précieux entre grands-parents et petits-enfants. La promenade d'Elmer et d'Eldo se déroule dans un décor merveilleux.

[Suzanne Lorraine Kunz Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Being a grandparent, I love books about grandparents connecting with their grandchildren. David McKee paints such happy, memorable pictures.

[JONNY POOLE]

100

[Alice Wrench · Rating 5 out of 5]

'i liked the fruit on his head'
'i liked the rainy bit and grandpa saying boo!'

[Katrina Lybbert · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars
Cute illustrations and story.

[Anthony · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elmer, the patchwork Elephant spends the day with his Grandpa Eldo recalling all the things that they used to do for fun, and all the while making new memories for their next visit together.

[Lottie P · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definitely one of the better Elmer books!

[Juliana Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elmer goes to visit his grandpa Eldo who seems to be forgetful... but is he? Elmer takes grandpa Eldo on a walk to help him remember all the fun they used to have, but grandpa hasn't really forgotten anything. Grandpa Eldo only wants Elmer to remember so that he won't forget. And most importantly, he won't forget to visit his old grandpa!

[Ruth Govaerts · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dit boekje deed me denken aan vroeger!
Toen ik nog een klein Ruthje was!