Books like Ella who? by Linda Ashman
During a busy house‑moving day, a curious elephant slips through the front door, startling a young girl. While the grown‑ups are preoccupied, she narrates her adventures with the tiny pachyderm, creating a playful dialogue that ends with the question, "Ella who?" Through bright illustrations and a recurring refrain, readers are invited to share in the joy of new friendships and the gentle emotions that accompany parting ways.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Linda Ashman
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