Thirsty, Thirsty Elephants

Two grown grey elephants with white tusks and one small grey elephant calf stand by each other.
Sandra Markle

During a drought in Tanzania, Grandma Elephant is in search of water for her herd. Little Calf follows along and mimics her grandmother at each stop on their journey. When Grandma leads them to a watering hole she recalls from years before, the elephants are overjoyed and Little Calf splashes about with her tender leader. Grandma's persistence and powerful memory is something Little Calf will never forget. Based on true events.

Award Years
2019-2020
Award Category
SC Picture Book Award