Strictly No Elephants by Lisa Mantchev; illustrated by Taeeun Yoo
A little boy is excited to meet others at Pet Club Day to show off his unusual pet, a tiny elephant. Sadly, he arrives and a sign is posted stating, “Strictly No Elephants.” As he goes back home, he meets a girl who also was excluded because of her pet skunk, and eventually, many children come together in a new place where “All Are Welcome.”
The story is not a heavy handed moral lesson, but it is about tolerance. It’s also a story about what it takes to be great friend. The illustrations feature diverse children and diverse pets! Share it with your favorite friend today!
