Strictly No Elephants
Strictly No Elephants by Lisa Mantchev is an illustrated picture book published by Simon and Schuster on October 27, 2015. This 32-page story presents a boy and his tiny pet elephant who face exclusion from the local Pet Club, which only allows traditional pets like cats and dogs. Through their experience, the narrative explores themes of friendship and inclusion, emphasizing that true companionship can come in many forms.
Readers will find a gentle message woven throughout the tale, highlighting the importance of acceptance and understanding. As the boy seeks a solution to the Pet Club’s strict rules, he encounters a variety of unusual animals, reinforcing the idea that pets—and friends—can be diverse. This book addresses social themes relevant to family and friendship, making it a thoughtful addition to any collection focused on juvenile fiction.
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“A sunny, smart, tongue-in-cheek tale.” —The New York Times Book Review
“Sweet and affirming.” —Kirkus Reviews
“With a gentle message of inclusion and helping others, this title reaches beyond a mere friendship story.”—School Library Journal
“Heartening.”—Booklist
In this bestselling and internationally beloved picture book, the local Pet Club won’t admit a boy’s tiny pet elephant, so he finds a solution—one that involves all kinds of unusual animals.
Today is Pet Club day. There will be cats and dogs and fish, but strictly no elephants are allowed. The Pet Club doesn’t understand that pets come in all shapes and sizes, just like friends. Now it is time for a boy and his tiny pet elephant to show them what it means to be a true friend.
Strictly No Elephants has been sold around the world and is heralded as a pitch-perfect book about inclusion. Imaginative and lyrical, this sweet story captures the magic of friendship and the joy of having a pet.
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