2015
WISE Score
A game of hide-and-seek that accidentally teaches your kid about deforestation while they're busy looking for a trunk.
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Where's the Elephant? is a rare bird—or mammal, I guess. It manages to be a fun, interactive 'Where's Waldo' style book while delivering a punchy message about the environment.
Barroux doesn't use many words because he doesn't need to; seeing the forest shrink page by page is more effective than any paragraph. It’s modern, it’s beautiful, and it’s a great addition to a bedtime routine that actually has some substance.
This is the sweet spot for 3 to 6-year-olds. It’s simple enough for a toddler to 'play' but deep enough for a 1st grader to actually talk about what’s happening to the planet.
It's a gentle, visually-driven story about animals trying to find their place in a changing world. It models a quiet respect for nature without any chaotic or loud energy.
The book uses a clever visual 'hide and seek' mechanic to show the passage of time and the encroachment of a city. It invites kids to look closer and notice details that aren't explicitly written in the text.
Completely safe. It's a picture book for preschoolers. There is no violence, scary imagery, or inappropriate content—just a slightly poignant look at trees being replaced by houses.
It’s a masterclass in 'show, don't tell.' It introduces the concept of deforestation and urban sprawl to 4-year-olds in a way they can actually understand through play.
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