The Saggy Baggy Elephant

The Saggy Baggy Elephant

1947 • 28 pages

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After a parrot makes fun of Sooki’s big ears, long nose, and wrinkled skin, the “saggy baggy” elephant isn’t too sure of himself. But once he meets some beautiful creatures who look just like him, Sooki celebrates with a joyful “one-two-three-kick.” For over 50 years, parents and children have treasured this tale, with gorgeous art by Gustaf Tenggren, the illustrator of The Poky Little Puppy.

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Fun little story about a good-humored little elephant who is too conscious of how different he is from others. A chatty parrot points out his differences and instead of feeling befriended, the little elephant now feels uncomfortable in his own skin! What's a little elephant to do?

December 31, 2021