Uncle Elephant (I Can Read Book 2) [Paperback]

Arnold Lobel (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: I Can Read Book 2

A little elephant visits his Uncle Elephant, who makes wishes come true, tells amazing stories, and even trumpets the dawn!

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) was the award-winning author and illustrator of many beloved children's books, including the classic I Can Read books about Frog and Toad, and the Caldecott Medal winning Fables.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins (October 9, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0064441040
• ISBN-13: 978-0064441049
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #50,233 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #10 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Authors & Illustrators, A-Z > ( L ) > Lobel, Arnold
  • #17 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Animals > Elephants > Fiction
  • #34 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Elephants

More About the Author

Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) was the award-winning author and illustrator of many beloved children's books, including the classic I Can Read books about Frog and Toad, and the Caldecott Medal winning Fables.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Uncle Elephant is a Gem!, December 19, 1999

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"[e-mail]" (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Uncle Elephant (I Can Read Book 2) (Paperback)

I discovered "Uncle Elephant" from a video that I rented for my toddler son, "Frog and Toad Together". There was a song "Count to Ten" that featured the "Uncle Elephant" character and it was so delightful that I went and got the book from the library. It is easy reading and is heartwarming. His wrinkles and cane remind you of a long-missed grandparent.

The book consists of several small stories, so it does not demand much of an attention span so you can read this book to a child who is too young to read and it's simple sentences are a good book for a new reader. It's very charming!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars delightful lobel story...., December 11, 2005

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retroredux - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Uncle Elephant (I Can Read Book 2) (Paperback)

this funny, sad, and thoughtful story of a little elephant who loses his parents in ship wreck is a great book to talk with your young children about loss and family. Little Elephant must go to stay with his Uncle. Many adventures ensue, as well as lil elephants understanding of older folks. A surprise awaits lil elephant and the end and you'll find yourself shedding a tear for good old Uncle Elephant.

Good for boys or girls-up to about 8 years.

5 stars!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Uncle Elephant, July 3, 2006

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Maxine A. Fehr (Plattsburgh, New York USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Uncle Elephant (I Can Read Book 2) (Paperback)

Uncle Elephant was by far my daughter, Nikki's favorite book of childhood. It is a timeless tale of love, devotion, and the true meaning of family.

When she was in first grade, Nikki wrote to Arnold Lobel. He wrote back to Nikki and even hand drew a picture of Uncle Elephant for her. It is a treasure.

The message of the book is a simple one - the love we have and show each other can sustain us even in our darkest hours, giving us hope and strength to face - and even find joy in- the day.