SYNOPSIS

Structured as a description of an elephant’s physical and mental development from the moment she is born, the book combines:

• in-depth descriptions of the elephant’s physiology, body systems, senses,
• communication techniques
• impact on and relationship to its surroundings
• glorious, frame-worthy illustrations
• helpful charts and graphical illustrations of ideas like long-distance vibratory communication

PERFECT AGE 5 – 12

We love

• EVERYTHING!
• A genius way to combine detailed scientific information with accessible diagrams – and with plenty of lovely drawings to feast the eye on.
• Extremely deeply researched with so much interesting information about this fascinating species.
• If you weren’t already committed to doing something about saving this dwindling species, you absolutely will be after reading this great book.

CONVERSATION STARTERS

• What are some abilities of the elephant’s trunk that you didn’t know about?
• How do elephants communicate with each other? Do they live as a pack or alone?
• What are some ways in which elephants are important for the animals and plants around them?
• Would you like to see if we can find a small way to support the protection and preservation of wild elephants?