Molelo the Fire Elephant

by Sylvia M. Medina, Krista Hill, Morgan Spicer (Illustrator)

Leo the baby elephant lives in the shade of the acacia trees in Botswana, along with his mother and his oxpecker friend Masego. The three are happy in their African home until tragedy strikes and Leo finds himself alone. When human friends rescue the young elephant, he isn't so sure about them...or his new home. Will he make new friends? Will he ever like grass better than milk? And will he ever get used to his new Molelo! Molelo the Fire Elephant is based on a true story about a young elephant's challenges and the importance of mankind's role in the protection of one of the most magnificent creatures on earth.

44 pages, Paperback

Published August 30, 2018

Reviews

[Shannon]

Great book! Showcases the importance of humans helping animals in danger. Real pictures and illustrations of elephants in Botswana.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

the story and illustrations were beautiful, simple, and sweet. I appreciate the fact that the point of view was shown from a baby elephant's curious and innocent personality. However, it tugged harder at my heartstrings than I thought it would. I've only ever come physically close to crying while reading four books, this being one of them. I am not an emotional reader. However, I suppose it is inevitable since this is based on a true story.