David McKee
David McKee's first book was published in 1964. His books are now published in many languages throughout the world, and many of them have been adapted for television. He is one of the leading contemporary children's book creators.
David McKee was born and brought up in South Devon, where he went from grammar school to Plymouth Art College. Whilst still at college he started selling one-off cartoons to newspapers and on graduation, he began to contribute to such publications as Punch, Times Education Supplement and the Reader's Digest. His first book, Two Can Toucan was published in 1964 and since then he has written and illustrated numerous children's books. As well as his own books, which include the popular best-selling Elmer series, David illustrates for a number of other writers including Michael Bond's Paddington Bear and Forrest Wilson's SuperGran books.
Books by David McKee
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Elmer and Super El
by David McKeePublished: 18/09/2012
Elmer meets a superhero in this exotic new addition to the Elmer series!
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Melric the Magician Who Lost His Magic
by David McKeePublished: 18/09/2012
A magical masterpiece from the creator of NOT NOW, BERNARD.
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Elmer's New Friend
by David McKeePublished: 01/08/2012
Young Elmer fans will love this innovative new board book, complete with a foil mirror at the end that introduces Elmer and all his old friends to a new one - YOU!
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Denver
by David McKeePublished: 01/07/2012
Brand new picture book from David McKee about being content with your lot.
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Elmer and Butterfly
by David McKeePublished: 01/07/2012
The famous patchwork elephant is back in another heart-warming adventure about friendship and teamwork.
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Elmer and Papa Red
by David McKeePublished: 01/12/2011
It's the season for giving in this brand new Elmer Christmas story in which everyone gets a seasonal treat!
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Elmer and the Hippos
by David McKeePublished: 01/10/2011
Another exotic Elmer story about putting prejudices aside and working in unison.
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The Hill and The Rock
by David McKeePublished: 01/08/2011
Being content with your lot is the theme of this wonderfully quirky picture book from the creator of NOT NOW, BERNARD.
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Elmer's Special Day
by David McKeePublished: 01/07/2011
A celebration of inclusion, this stunningly colourful Elmer story is the best yet.
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Elmer Again
by David McKeePublished: 01/11/2010
New large format paperback reissue of this classic Elmer story!
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Elmer and Grandpa Eldo
by David McKeePublished: 01/11/2010
Elmer's visit to his grandfather and their active reminiscences touchingly explore both memory and the importance of family relationships.' - Financial Times
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Elmer on Stilts
by David McKeePublished: 02/08/2010
Elmer has another of his very good ideas in this book and CD edition of the popular Elmer story.
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Elmer and Wilbur
by David McKeePublished: 01/04/2010
New large format paperback and CD edition of this hilarious Elmer story!
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Elmer and the Wind
by David McKeePublished: 04/01/2010
As part of the 20th birthday celebrations, we are publishing this bestselling Elmer story as a book and CD package.
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Elmer and the Rainbow
by David McKeePublished: 01/01/2010
A classic Elmer story about sharing and giving, now available in paperback.
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Elmer and the Stranger
by David McKeePublished: 01/06/2009
Elmer, everyone's favourite patchwork elephant, is about to discover a strange new friend in this colourful book and CD pack.
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Zebra's Hiccups
by David McKeePublished: 01/05/2009
A paperback reissue of the popular classic about a zebra who is too proud to take his friends' advice about how to cure the hiccups!
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Two Monsters
by David McKeePublished: 01/04/2009
New large format paperback edition of this memorable story of two fighting monsters.
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Elmer in the Snow
by David McKeePublished: 01/12/2008
Elmer's bright patchwork colours contrast with the snowy backdrop to this delightful picture book adventure.
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Four Red Apples
by David McKeePublished: 01/09/2008
Paperback edition of this charming picture book from David McKee, the creator of Elmer and Mr Benn.
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Elmer and the Big Bird
by David McKeePublished: 01/08/2008
A new Elmer story that's sure to be a winner – teaching the virtues of living together in peace.
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Elmer and the Lost Teddy
by David McKeePublished: 01/08/2008
Children will love this story about their favourite patchwork elephant and his search for Baby Elephant's lost teddy bear.
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Elmer and Rose
by David McKeePublished: 01/04/2008
Elmer celebrates the uniqueness of each individual when he meets a new girl elephant - who happens to be pink!
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Elmer
by David McKeePublished: 01/11/2007
The very first book about Elmer the patchwork elephant, now available from Andersen Press as a paperback and CD edition.
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Elmer and Snake
by David McKeePublished: 01/05/2007
The much loved multi-coloured elephant is now starring in a twelfth new story.
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Elmer's First Counting Book
by David McKeePublished: 01/04/2007
Shortlisted for the Booktrust Early Years Award, this sturdy, shaped board book is an ideal first counting book - perfect for small hands!
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Elmer's Opposites
by David McKeePublished: 01/04/2007
This sturdy, shaped boardbook is perfect for helping small children get to grips with opposites. It's colourful, fun and full of Elmer's friends!
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Elmer And Wilbur
by David MckeePublished: 01/12/2006
This picture book and CD set is great for improving reading skills and is perfect for bedtimes, journeys or just for listening together.
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Elmer and Aunt Zelda
by David McKeePublished: 02/10/2006
Everyone's favourite patchwork elephant is back with a brand new adventure!
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Tusk Tusk
by David McKeePublished: 02/10/2006
The classic story about prejudice and conflict, more applicable now than ever.
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Elmer and Friends First Colouring Activity Book
by David McKeePublished: 01/08/2006
A brand new activity book to celebrate all the many colours of Elmer, the patchwork elephant.
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Elmer and Friends Sticker Storybook
by David McKeePublished: 01/08/2006
A brand new sticker book to celebrate all the many colours of Elmer, the patchwork elephant.
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Isabel's Noisy Tummy
by David McKeePublished: 03/07/2006
Bold, colourful illustrations and a wicked sense of humour combine to make this book a certain hit with all children.
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Three Monsters
by David McKeePublished: 01/05/2006
A modern fable from this master storyteller, the creator of Elmer and Mr Benn.
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Mr Benn - Gladiator
by David McKeePublished: 01/02/2006
Mr Benn, the iconic star of the animated adventures on TV, returns in a Roman adventure!
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The Conquerors
by David McKeePublished: 01/11/2005
Clear and colourful illustrations with a strong anti-war message in a compelling story from the master of the modern picture book parable.
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Elmer And The Hippos
by David McKeePublished: 01/10/2004
Another heart-warming story starring the much loved multi-coloured elephant.
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Charlotte's Piggy Bank
by David McKeePublished: 03/05/2004
A reissue of this popular modern classic by the well-loved, and always thought-provoking David McKee, telling us that things don't always turn out the way you think they will!
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Elmer And Butterfly
by David MckeePublished: 01/10/2003
The famous patchwork elephant is back in another heart-warming adventure about friendship and teamwork.
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Look! There's Elmer
by David McKeePublished: 01/08/2002
Elmer, everyone's favourite elephant, is sure to please fans over and over again on this funny and exciting adventure!
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Two Can Toucan
by David McKeePublished: 07/12/2001
A modern classic from the creator of Not Now Bernard, and Elmer the patchwork elephant about making the best out of life.
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More Elmer Stories Book and Tape
by David MckeePublished: 15/07/2001
Four more Elmer stories are brought to life on Tellastory
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Not Now, Bernard
by David MckeePublished: 08/11/1996
MINI TREASURES: delightful mini picture books to treasure forever.
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Elmer's Colours
by David McKeePublished: 24/06/1994
The latest adventures of the highly successful ELMER, patchwork elephant, in a set of four attractive board books for very young children.
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Elmer's Day
by David McKeePublished: 24/06/1994
Vivid exciting colours and charming rhyming stories are the hallmark of this attractive series for four Elmer board books, featuring the popular patchwork elephant, well known and much loved through three previous successful picture books.
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Elmer's Friends
by David McKeePublished: 24/06/1994
The latest adventure of the highly successful ELMER, patchwork elephant, in a set of four attractive board books for very young children.
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Elmer's Weather
by David McKeePublished: 24/06/1994
The latest adventures of the highly successful ELMER character in a set of four attractive board books for very young children
