Description
Poor Mabel, she is all alone. A stranger in her new class, she has lost her former friends. At home, her family is busy with other details: dad has to manage a pair of rambunctious infants, mom is busy writing a book, and preteen sis has turned into a self-centered drama queen. Suddenly, out of nowhere, an elephant appears, one that no one but Mabel can see, talk to, and interact with. Remarkably, Cyndi Marko is both author and illustrator of this delightful graphic story. With dazzling, colorful illustrations, the reader follows the playful antics of Mabel and her imaginary elephant buddy at home, in the park, and even in school. Mabel calls her friend Mr. E and finds that he loves to snack on peanut butter. Follow the antics of Mabel and the elephant as he takes a bath, plays hide and seek, teaches some geography, and accompanies Mabel to school. When Mabel tries to introduce Mr. E to friends and family, no one but she can see him. This is an appealing story for any child who has felt isolated and alone; the images of Mabel’s charmingly impish elephant will cause many smiles, even joyful laughter.
