"When you finally see the watering
hole, you'll both race toward it.
Don't be surprised if the elephant
gets there first!
FACT: Elephants can run quite fast - up
to 25 miles (40 kilometers) per hour, which
is much faster than the average human
can run."
Following up with the same little girl who helped readers learn a great deal about the octopus, they now find her sharing what she knows about elephants. As the story moves along, a nonfiction bit is included on each spread to add to the information she is able to provide.
She advises that there is a need for a camera, a hat, and a water bottle. Binoculars are unnecessary as elephants are pretty easy to find. The observations shared are further explained with a short paragraph pertinent to the conversation. Constant eating will lead the elephant to search for the water hole she has once visited. If you are planning on following said elephant, watch where you plant your feet; remember, elephants eat a lot and then need to 'poop' that digested food out.
And so the trek goes. The elephant exhibits normal behavior in its natural setting. Arrival at the water hole is just what the doctor ordered for both elephant and the intrepid observer of elephants and their habits. They both very much enjoy the cool, and the chance to play together in the water. A quick rinse before leaving means the child is presentable enough to be introduced to the entire elephant family. A quick photo and its time to say goodbye. What a visit it has been!
The design of this book is perfect for young readers. They can enjoy a story, while also gathering information about this large land mammal that earns love and respect from those who know and love them. "Extra Elephant Facts" are presented on the final page for those wanting to know even more.
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