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Yellow Elephant: A Bright Bestiary (Boston Globe-Horn Book Honors (Awards))

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Rarely have I come across such a wonderful poetry book for young children. My 3 year old is mesmerized by this book--its lovely verses about animals and the beautiful illustrations make this a favorite in our house.

Gorgeous, colorful illustrations pair with imaginative poems to keep a child's interest as they work through the meaning of the poems. The poetry is delightful for children and for the adults reading the book to them.

Gorgeous book, this was on my wishlist for awhile before we got it. The poems encourage word play and creative learning, and the colors and illustrations are lovely. Not your average kids' book; even my husband was impressed. Definitely recommend.

This book was for my grandson...he loves it. It arrived on time, and I am very satisified.

Of all the childrens books I have bought, this is my favorite. I frequently buy this book as gifts for boys and girls.

Here are some stunning and colorful illustrations, mostly in an African style, which illuminate some wonderfully descriptive and fun poetry full of clever imagery that shows us how words can actually create a picture in one's mind - great examples for classroom teaching. One of my favorites... "Blue Turtle, slow in the blue shade of a blue-leafed garden." Some work better than others, but in general the artistry of both poet and illustrator come together to make a most delightful menagery that will appeal to children as well as adults.

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This is a book of poems about various animals. The poems are great; their content is funny and rhythmic. Through the poems we learn about the various animals. The illustrations are very creative collages that are unique compared to most other children's books.


The poems are short and to the point, and his illustrations are extremely creative.

This would make a great read aloud during a unit on poetry animals.

A lovely and tantalizing world of colors and shadings and large animals with significant personalities.
Even a three year old remains mesmerized by an orange giraffe or a red braying donkey with red tantrums and the startling pink of a lazy kitty.
The text might appear difficult for a young child, but the words merge easily and fascinate with divergent tones.
Imagine a green frog that becomes incandescent blue with a hop into water.

Lovely, boldly colored art, that you can linger over a moment to really look at and suits its subject. The art is also well suited to the poetry.

I'm a big fan of well-crafted writing, and this has it. The poems are simple, but alliterative and for use of language, this ranks up there with Big Red Barn as something I enjoy reading aloud.