Ellison the Elephant Book & Audio CD

If you have kids 3-5 years old you can't be without this book. My girls can't get enough of it. The story is one of encouragement, persistence, and self confidence. Eric Drachman is amazing at what he does. The character voices on the CD seal the deal. His other books are a must have as well: Leo the Lighting Bug, It's Me, and A Frog Thing (for slightly older 5yrs and up). They are our favorite gifts to give with excellent reviews for the receipents as well.

We checked this book out from the library and nobody wants to return it! We have definitely added this to our Christmas wish list. The book and CD appealed to my four-year-old daughter, six-year-old son, 36-year-old husband and 35-year-old me! We have listened to the CD over and over. The story itself is wonderful and encouraging, opening the door to discussions about individual gifts. The CD pushes this book "over the top!" My children were dancing to the Jazz riffs at 6:30 this morning, when they are usually begging to watch TV before school. It was wonderful to see!

IF you are seeking an uplifting story within a beautifully illustrated book accompanied by an engaging and well-produced CD... look no further than Ellison the Elephant. I bought this book for my two nephews and it immediately became their #1 requested story (displacing their previous #1 favorite, Leo The Lightning Bug, also written by Eric Drachman. Hmmm...) The best thing about Mr. Drachman's books and CDs is that they are not created simply to delight children, they are created and crafted to delight The Reader and The Listener -- whomever and however old they may be.

One of my grandchildren was given this book, and he can't get enough of it. He loves the book, and especially the CD. The response of adults to this touching and beautiful story is just as impressive. Ellison is a wonderful elephant, who has the self-doubts that many children have. His ability to overcome it resonates with the kids. I have given copies to more than a dozen families with young children, and they all rave about it. I can't say enough about this very special book.

"Ellison the Elephant" is just down right sweet. When was the last time anyone, let alone an elephant, closed their eyes and looked inside to find their voice? Ellison introduces kids to confidence and the possibility of being true to themself. It's a great book to add to your collection. Highly recommended!