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Mantchev, Lisa

Strictly No Elephants

32 pp. | Simon/Wiseman | October, 2015 | Trade ISBN 978-1-4814-1647-4 $17.99 | Ebook ISBN 978-1-4814-1648-1
(4) K-3 Illustrated by Taeeun Yoo. A boy and his tiny pet elephant attempt to attend a Pet Club meeting, but a "No Elephants" sign thwarts their plans. They form their own all-inclusive club, along with a girl and her skunk ("He doesn't stink"), and welcome everyone. The story's heavy-handed message about what constitutes true friendship is made more palatable by Yoo's block print illustrations, which add emotional depth.
Reviewer: Julia Jacques

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