author/illustrator: Nadine Robert, Valerio Vidali
ages: 4+
40 pages
29.5 x 24.5 cm
hardcover
French
Comme des géants (Canada)
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The Shadow Elephant
A forceful story with a significant message about the comforting and liberating powers of listening and empathy.
The elephant seems moody andsad. Apparently, he prefers to stand in the dark to hide his sorrow. One after another, the animals of the savannah try to cheer him up without success. Suddenly, a mouse crosses the elephant’s path. He turns to her sympathetic ear and a powerful encounter takes place.
- Quebec Booksellers' Award 2023 (Selected in the Children 0-5 years category)
- Part of the 100 Outstanding Picturebooks selection (Frankfort Book Fair 2019)
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