Uncle Elephant - Arnold Lobel

A young elephant shares happy times with his uncle while waiting for his parenets' return. A unique evocation of affection between old and young.--School Library Journal. Illustrated. A Trophy I Can Read Book. n nAnother sweet, classic bedtime tale from Arnold Lobel, the beloved author and illustrator of the Newbery Honor and Caldecott Honor award-winning Frog and Toad books.n nWhile his mother and father are away, a little elephant goes to visit his uncle. And what a time they have Uncle Elephant makes wishes come true, tells amazing stories, and trumpets the dawn. The visit is perfect, except for one thing--it ends much too soon.n nThis Level Two I Can Read is geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.n nThe classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor, a Caldecott Honor, ALA Notable Children's Book, Fanfare Honor List (Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children's Book, and Library of Congress Children's Book. n