Tua and the Elephant
Ten-year-old Tua -- Thai for "peanut" -- has everything she needs at home in Chiang Mai, Thailand, except for one thing she's always wanted: a sister. In the market one day, Tua makes an accidental acquaintance -- one with wise, loving eyes, remarkable strength, and a very curious trunk. And when Tua meets Pohn-Pohn, it's clear this elephant needs her help.
Together, the unusual team sets off on a remarkable journey to escape from Pohn-Pohn's vile captors. From the bustling night market to the hallowed halls of a Buddhist temple and finally, to the sanctuary of an elephant refuge, this clever girl and her beloved companion find that right under their noses is exactly what each has been searching for: a friend.
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"Yoo's vibrant full-page illustrations, rendered in charcoal and linoleum-block printing, perfectly complement and elevate Harris's remarkable tale. A charming story sure to capture the hearts of young readers." -- School Library Journal
"Foreign yet familiar, the action is often humorous and reinforces the sweet bond between pachyderm and "peanut." A rousing adventure that introduces the issue of elephant trafficking in a gentle and appropriate way." -- Kirkus
Product Details
| Recommended Age | 8 - 12 |
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| Author | R. P. Harris |
| Illustrator | Taeeun Yoo |
| ISBN | 0811877817 |
| Publication Date | Apr 18, 2012 |
| Publisher | Chronicle Books |
| Language | English |
