Random House New Releases - Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants

Small as an Elephant by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

2013-04-09T00:30:00-05:00

Small as an Elephant
Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Trade Paperback, 288 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Parents; Juvenile Fiction - Social Issues - Depression & Mental Illness | $6.99 | 978-0-7636-6333-9 (0-7636-6333-6)

Jack’s mom is gone, leaving him all alone on a campsite in Maine. Can he find his way back to Boston before the authorities realize what happened?

Ever since Jack can remember, his mom has been unpredictable, sometimes loving and fun, other times caught in a whirlwind of energy and "spinning" wildly until it’s over. But Jack never thought his mom would take off during the night and leave him at a campground in Acadia National Park, with no way to reach her and barely enough money for food. Any other kid would report his mom gone, but Jack knows by now that he needs to figure things out for himself - starting with how to get from the backwoods of Maine to his home in Boston before DSS catches on. With nothing but a small toy elephant to keep him company, Jack begins the long journey south, a journey that will test his wits and his loyalties - and his trust that he may be part of a larger herd after all.

Where's Ellie? by Salina Yoon

2012-08-28T00:30:00-05:00

Where's Ellie? A Hide-and-Seek Book
Written by Salina Yoon

Board, 18 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Concepts | $6.99 | 978-0-307-97806-6 (0-307-97806-0)

Where's Ellie is a guessing game in board book form. Very young readers will love searching for Ellie the elephant among familiar colorful objects—and finding something unexpected instead. Each page offers a hint of Ellie, but it isn't until the last page that readers will find her. And when they do, they'll want to start all over and do it again!

Intricate embossing on Ellie and her trunk add depth and a tactile element to this die-cut board book—as well as extra value.

Where's Ellie? by Salina Yoon

2012-08-28T00:30:00-05:00

Where's Ellie? A Hide-and-Seek Book
Written by Salina Yoon

eBook, 18 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Concepts | $6.99 | 978-0-307-97807-3 (0-307-97807-9)

The Secret Plan by Julia Sarcone-Roach

2012-06-27T00:30:00-05:00

The Secret Plan
Written by Julia Sarcone-Roach

eBook, 32 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Cats; Juvenile Fiction - Humorous Stories | $10.99 | 978-0-375-98550-8 (0-375-98550-6)

You know how bedtime always gets in the way of fun? Not this time!

Milo and his kittycat neighbors have noticed that bedtime always seems to come just when they are having the most fun. So they hatch a secret let’s fool Mommy-and-Daddy plan and find the “most perfect no bedtime ever place” to have just a little more fun before sleep. Then, a let’s-all-pile-in-together slumber party proves to be the perfect nightcap. Kids will enjoy all the charm of this lovely let’s-not-go-to-bed-yet book—which does end with everyone fast asleep!

Elephant Joe, Brave Knight! by David Wojtowycz

2012-06-26T00:30:00-05:00

Elephant Joe, Brave Knight!
Written by David Wojtowycz

Hardcover, 32 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Action & Adventure; Juvenile Fiction - Humorous Stories; Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $16.99 | 978-0-307-93087-3 (0-307-93087-4)

Elephant Joe, brave knight, will! (With his trusty sidekick, Zebra Pete, of course.) But there's an unexpected twist in this tale. Is the damsel in distress who she seems to be? And what happens when Elephant Joe and Zebra Pete wake the dragon guarding the Dark Knight's tower? There'll be lots of jousting and heroics before it's all over in this comical adventure from British author-illustrator David Wojtowycz. And we mean comic-al! Witty asides and clever dialogue in word balloons add to the hilarity and captivating design.

Ollie the Purple Elephant by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

2011-10-11T00:30:00-05:00

Ollie the Purple Elephant
Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Hardcover, 40 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $16.99 | 978-0-375-86654-8 (0-375-86654-X)

Ollie is a purple elephant who is lost and has no place to call home. Until Shelby and Peter find him in the park—and invite him to live with them. Soon Ollie is a regular part of the family. He doesn't have a room to call his own, but he doesn't mind. He is happy. He loves hopscotch and kickball—but most of all he loves the dance parties the McLaughlins have after dinner.

But Mr. Puddlebottom, the downstairs neighbor, most certainly does not love Ollie. And neither does the McLaughlins' cat, Ginger. Ollie has taken her spot on the couch at night. When the conspirators hatch a plan to get rid of Ollie, the purple elephant walks right into their trap—and onto a circus cart. Will he ever be reunited with his family?

Ollie the Purple Elephant by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

2011-10-11T00:30:00-05:00

Ollie the Purple Elephant
Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

eBook, 40 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $8.99 | 978-0-375-98470-9 (0-375-98470-4)

Ollie the Purple Elephant by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

2011-10-11T00:30:00-05:00

Ollie the Purple Elephant
Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Hardcover Library Binding, 40 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $19.99 | 978-0-375-96654-5 (0-375-96654-4)

The Magician's Elephant by Yoko Tanaka

2011-03-08T00:30:00-05:00

The Magician's Elephant
Written by Kate DiCamillo
Illustrated by Yoko Tanaka

Trade Paperback, 208 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Science Fiction, Fantasy, Magic; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Siblings; Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $6.99 | 978-0-7636-5298-2 (0-7636-5298-9)

In a highly awaited new novel, Kate DiCamillo conjures a haunting fable about trusting the unexpected — and making the extraordinary come true.

What if? Why not? Could it be?

When a fortuneteller's tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the questions that he needs to ask: Does his sister still live? And if so, how can he find her? The fortuneteller's mysterious answer (an elephant! An elephant will lead him there!) sets off a chain of events so remarkable, so impossible, that you will hardly dare to believe it’s true. With atmospheric illustrations by fine artist Yoko Tanaka, here is a dreamlike and captivating tale that could only be narrated by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo. In this timeless fable, she evokes the largest of themes — hope and belonging, desire and compassion — with the lightness of a magician’s touch.

From the Hardcover edition.

Small as an Elephant by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

2011-03-08T00:30:00-05:00

Small as an Elephant
Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Hardcover | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Parents; Juvenile Fiction - Social Issues - Depression & Mental Illness | $15.99 | 978-0-7636-4155-9 (0-7636-4155-3)

Mr. Elephanter by Lark Pien

2010-09-28T00:30:00-05:00

Mr. Elephanter
Written by Lark Pien
Illustrated by Lark Pien

Hardcover, 32 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Orphans & Foster Homes; Juvenile Fiction - Imagination & Play | $14.99 | 978-0-7636-4409-3 (0-7636-4409-9)

Come visit the Elephantery, where Mr. Elephanter looks after the peppy elephanties! A charming, quirky picture book debut by an acclaimed cartoonist.

Early every morning, Mr. Elephanter arrives at the Elephantery to care for his diminutive charges, who greet him with toots and trumpets. There are hugs and hellos all around! They all eat pancakes, paddle and splash in the neighborhood pool, and parade through the bustling city. After naps, Mr. Elephanter pretends he’s a tunnel, tower, and bridge, while the elephanties play all around him. In fresh watercolors exuding warmth and whimsy, Lark Pien introduces the doting Mr. Elephanter—and the most adorable miniature creatures you’ll ever meet.

The Thingamabob by Il Sung Na

2010-03-09T00:30:00-05:00

The Thingamabob
Written by Il Sung Na

Hardcover, 24 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $15.99 | 978-0-375-86106-2 (0-375-86106-8)

One day, he found the thingamabob.

He had no idea what it was or where it came from. . . .

So begins the story of a curious elephant and a mysterious red object. But what is it?! When none of his friends can tell him, the little elephant decides to experiment. He thinks: Maybe I can fly with it? (Maybe not.) Maybe I can sail in it? (Maybe not.) Maybe I can hide behind it? (Maybe not.) Nothing seems to work, until big drops of rain begin to fall. The little elephant does not want to get wet. Luckily, with the thingamabob (an umbrella), he does not need to get wet!

With bright, adorable illustrations and a simple, playful text, Il Sung Na captures the excitement of making—and sharing—an unexpected discovery.

My Elephant by Petr Horacek

2009-11-10T00:30:00-05:00

My Elephant
Written by Petr Horacek
Illustrated by Petr Horacek

Hardcover, 40 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Multigenerational | $15.99 | 978-0-7636-4566-3 (0-7636-4566-4)

Both funny and sweet, this intergenerational story trumpets one boy’s boundless imagination — and shows how truly infectious it can be.

What to do when Grandpa and Grandma are too busy to play? Ask your imaginary elephant, of course! He’s tons of fun, even if he squashes the flower bed, breaks a few things around the house, and gets a little too splashy in the bathtub. But Grandpa and Grandma will understand — really. With his trademark vibrant, energetic illustrations, Petr Horácek introduces us to a delightfully enterprising child, some wisely laid-back grandparents, and the most endearing elephant you’ll ever want to meet.

The Secret Plan by Julia Sarcone-Roach

2009-10-13T00:30:00-05:00

The Secret Plan
Written by Julia Sarcone-Roach

Hardcover, 32 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Cats; Juvenile Fiction - Humorous Stories | $16.99 | 978-0-375-85858-1 (0-375-85858-X)

The Magician's Elephant by Yoko Tanaka

2009-09-08T00:30:00-05:00

The Magician's Elephant
Written by Kate DiCamillo
Illustrated by Yoko Tanaka

Hardcover, 208 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Science Fiction, Fantasy, Magic; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Siblings; Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $16.99 | 978-0-7636-4410-9 (0-7636-4410-2)

Where's Tumpty? by Polly Dunbar

2009-02-10T00:30:00-05:00

Where's Tumpty? A Tilly and Friends Book
Written by Polly Dunbar
Illustrated by Polly Dunbar

Hardcover, 32 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship; Juvenile Fiction - Imagination & Play; Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $12.99 | 978-0-7636-4273-0 (0-7636-4273-8)

Tumpty the elephant has his eyes tightly closed. What is he doing? He’s hiding, of course. But Tilly can still see him, even when he puts a cardboard box over his head or lies upside down behind a potted plant. All of Tumpty’s friends find his antics very funny . . . but wait! Where did Tumpty go?

Dr. Seuss's Horton Collection by Dr. Seuss

2008-09-23T00:30:00-05:00

Dr. Seuss's Horton Collection
Written by Dr. Seuss

Boxed Set, 136 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Fiction - Classics | $29.90 | 978-0-375-85140-7 (0-375-85140-2)

Poor Horton. He has to be the most put-upon pachyderm of all time. But no matter what foul fate awaits him, heroic Horton perseveres and, in the end, triumphs. And now the two books that introduced the kindly, brave elephant to the world—Horton Hatches the Egg and Horton Hears a Who!—are available together for the first time in a sturdy slipcase. A perfect gift for any person, no matter how small!

Dr. Seuss is quite simply the most beloved children’s book author in the world.

Uncle Cleans Up by J.P. Martin

2008-06-24T00:30:00-05:00

Uncle Cleans Up
Written by J.P. Martin
Illustrated by Quentin Blake

Hardcover, 184 pages | NYR Children's Collection | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $17.95 | 978-1-59017-276-6 (1-59017-276-0)

It is a time of rejoicing at Homeward, the Labyrinthine castle-city that is as magical as Oz and as full of wonders as Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. Uncle, the wise, kind, generous, and fabulously rich elephant who rules over Homeward, has joined with his many friends to celebrate their triumph over the ruffians in neighboring Badfort.

Still, there’s plenty of cleaning up to do in Homeward: the waterworks are tainted with vinegar, housing is scarce, and the Dwarftown Railway is terribly overcrowded— meanwhile the Badfort crowd has devised its most diabolical plan yet. Uncle will need all the help he can get from his faithful assistant Old Monkey and from Goodman the literate cat—and possibly a wizard’s spell—to get through this mess.

Uncle Cleans Up displays the same subversive humor and ingenious plotting as its predecessor, Uncle, and serves as a no less delightful introduction to J.P. Martin’s fantastic world; Quentin Blake’s quirky drawings accompany a tale that has been charming children and adults alike for nearly fifty years.

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! by David A. Carter

2008-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up!
Written by Dr. Seuss
Designed by David A. Carter

Non-traditional book, 22 pages | Robin Corey Books | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $25.99 | 978-0-375-84194-1 (0-375-84194-6)

Unlike other pop-up adaptations that use text abridgments, this book contains the complete text of Horton Hears a Who! David A. Carter has skillfully followed Seuss’s signature pacing by alternating five big, blow-out pop-ups with 11 booklets, pull tabs galore, and many special effects. In all, ten glorious spreads bring this classic to life in magnificent full color.

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! (Limited Edition) by David A. Carter

2008-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! (Limited Edition)
Written by Dr. Seuss
Designed by David A. Carter

Non-traditional book, 22 pages | Robin Corey Books | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants | $250.00 | 978-0-375-84328-0 (0-375-84328-0)

This collectible limited edition features a special pop-up (not found in the trade edition) embedded in the cover. Full cloth binding with foil stamping; full-cloth slipcase; shrink-wrapped; packed in corrugated box with identifying label (price, barcode, etc.).

Random House New Releases - Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Elephants

Small as an Elephant by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Small as an Elephant Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Where's Ellie? by Salina Yoon

Where's Ellie? A Hide-and-Seek BookWritten by Salina Yoon

Where's Ellie? by Salina Yoon

Where's Ellie? A Hide-and-Seek BookWritten by Salina Yoon

The Secret Plan by Julia Sarcone-Roach

The Secret Plan Written by Julia Sarcone-Roach

Elephant Joe, Brave Knight! by David Wojtowycz

Elephant Joe, Brave Knight! Written by David Wojtowycz

Ollie the Purple Elephant by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Ollie the Purple Elephant Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Ollie the Purple Elephant by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Ollie the Purple Elephant Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Ollie the Purple Elephant by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Ollie the Purple Elephant Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

The Magician's Elephant by Yoko Tanaka

The Magician's Elephant Written by Kate DiCamillo Illustrated by Yoko Tanaka

Small as an Elephant by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Small as an Elephant Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Mr. Elephanter by Lark Pien

Mr. Elephanter Written by Lark Pien Illustrated by Lark Pien

The Thingamabob by Il Sung Na

The Thingamabob Written by Il Sung Na

My Elephant by Petr Horacek

My Elephant Written by Petr Horacek Illustrated by Petr Horacek

The Secret Plan by Julia Sarcone-Roach

The Secret Plan Written by Julia Sarcone-Roach

The Magician's Elephant by Yoko Tanaka

The Magician's Elephant Written by Kate DiCamillo Illustrated by Yoko Tanaka

Where's Tumpty? by Polly Dunbar

Where's Tumpty? A Tilly and Friends BookWritten by Polly Dunbar Illustrated by Polly Dunbar

Dr. Seuss's Horton Collection by Dr. Seuss

Dr. Seuss's Horton Collection Written by Dr. Seuss

Uncle Cleans Up by J.P. Martin

Uncle Cleans Up Written by J.P. Martin Illustrated by Quentin Blake

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! by David A. Carter

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! Written by Dr. Seuss Designed by David A. Carter

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! (Limited Edition) by David A. Carter

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! (Limited Edition) Written by Dr. Seuss Designed by David A. Carter

Small as an Elephant
Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Where's Ellie? A Hide-and-Seek Book
Written by Salina Yoon

Where's Ellie? A Hide-and-Seek Book
Written by Salina Yoon

The Secret Plan
Written by Julia Sarcone-Roach

Elephant Joe, Brave Knight!
Written by David Wojtowycz

Ollie the Purple Elephant
Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Ollie the Purple Elephant
Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Ollie the Purple Elephant
Written by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

The Magician's Elephant
Written by Kate DiCamillo
Illustrated by Yoko Tanaka

Small as an Elephant
Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Mr. Elephanter
Written by Lark Pien
Illustrated by Lark Pien

The Thingamabob
Written by Il Sung Na

My Elephant
Written by Petr Horacek
Illustrated by Petr Horacek

The Secret Plan
Written by Julia Sarcone-Roach

The Magician's Elephant
Written by Kate DiCamillo
Illustrated by Yoko Tanaka

Where's Tumpty? A Tilly and Friends Book
Written by Polly Dunbar
Illustrated by Polly Dunbar

Dr. Seuss's Horton Collection
Written by Dr. Seuss

Uncle Cleans Up
Written by J.P. Martin
Illustrated by Quentin Blake

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up!
Written by Dr. Seuss
Designed by David A. Carter

Horton Hears a Who Pop-up! (Limited Edition)
Written by Dr. Seuss
Designed by David A. Carter