"The Elephant's Umbrella" - a bookwrap

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The Elephant's Umbrella 

Authored by Laleh Jaffari

Illustrated by Ali Khodaiz

Translated by Azita Rassi

* Ages:  3-5
* Grade Level: PS-2
* Hardcover:  24 pages
* Publisher:  Tiny Owl Publishing
* Pub. Date:  February 4, 2020
* Language:  English 

 Editorial Reviews



The umbrella is the protagonist of this delightful picture book: it decides to belong not to the leopard or the bear, who will use it for selfish pursuits, but to the elephant, who invites everyone to share it. Irresistible for its striking, friendly pictures and message about the joy of altruism. – The Sunday Times

This charming book tells an important message very simply. Why would the umbrella, or why would anyone, want to be with someone who was selfish and gave no thought to others? Parents will enjoy sharing this thought-provoking book with their children, giving them the opportunity to discuss themes of selfishness and kindness, especially the joy that elephant gets from sharing the umbrella with others. The vivid, collage-effect drawing by Al Khodai perfectly illustrate the jungle. – Carousel 

The Elephant’s Umbrella is a beautiful picture book and an enjoyable read. The story is simple but has a clear message about the difference between sharing what you have and being selfish…The illustrations are stunning, a vibrant colour scheme is interrupted only by the menacing black rain cloud. The hardback cover includes a pleasingly shiny umbrella and raindrops you can feel. – Books for Keeps

A colourfully illustrated picture book that has a very short and simple story with a heart-warming theme of generosity at its core…The story invites you to explore kindness and altruism and would be perfect with young children for philosophical enquiry and PSHE. – English Association

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  The Book

"The Elephant's Umbrella" is all about kindness and generosity.  The simple tale is about an elephant who cares deeply for others and whenever it rains he shares his umbrella with his friends.  The invitation is always open to whomever needs to be sheltered on rainy days. 

One day the wind whisks the umbrella away from the elephant and it lands in the paws of a leopard who wants to use it selfishly for his own hunting practices.  The umbrella wants no part of his offer and  the wind then whips it into the the paws of a bear.  The motive of the bear is to use the umbrella for his self-centredness.  

"I'll take you to the bees;" said the bear.
"I'll take their honey.  And I'll sit under
you and eat all that honey by myself." 

"No, no!" replied the umbrella. 

" I certainly will not belong to you."

And she chased after the wind again.

Will umbrella ever get back to her friend elephant who is kind and generous and is looking all over for her?  

This book has bright, colourful illustrations that kids will enjoy.  The heartwarming message is positive and always one that needs to be reinforced to both kids ( and adults too ).  Sharing, empathy, compassion and friendship are highlighted throughout the book and Storywraps recommends it.  

Storywraps Rating - 5 HUGS!!!!!

Meet the Author/ Illustrator

Laleh Jaffari is an Iranian author, translator and TV director and has written over 25 children’s books.

Ali Khodai has illustrated over 80 books and has won many national awards in his home country of Iran.

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