McKee talks about how Elmer came to be in this short video.įor all of the activities below, you’ll need to download our free printables (see below.) Happy or Sad Elmer Activity There are many Elmer stories to enjoy if you enjoy the original one too. As the rain pours down revealing his real colors once again, everyone decides that each year they will have a look like Elmer day. Once he makes it known who he is, all the elephants get a chuckle. When he returns as a regular elephant color none of the other elephants recognize him. So, he sets off to become a “normal” elephant. But, he feels different and feels like he doesn’t belong with the herd. Whether you read the original version or the slightly altered version published in 1989, these Elmer the Elephant activities will be a hit.įull Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links.Įlmer by David McKee is the story of a patchwork elephant who is well-loved in his community.
Originally published in 1968, Elmer has been enjoyed by generations of children.
