Elmer the Patchwork Elephant Australia - Classic Picture Book Character Gifts and Plush
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant is a children's picture book character created by British author and illustrator David McKee, first published in 1989. Elmer is a grey elephant who is patchwork-coloured - covered in multicoloured squares like a patchwork quilt - and who celebrates being different from the herd. The Elmer stories explore themes of diversity, acceptance and being comfortable with being different. The Elmer series has grown to over 30 books and has been translated into over 40 languages. The patchwork design with its colourful squares is immediately recognisable and appears consistently across all licensed merchandise. Peekaboo Baby is an authorised Australian retailer for Elmer products. Free shipping applies to orders over $129.
Elmer gifts are popular as baby shower and birthday presents for families who value the books' themes of diversity and individuality. Browse Elmer in the gifts and keepsakes category at Peekaboo Baby.
Elmer merchandise
Elmer licensed merchandise includes plush toys of the Elmer patchwork elephant character, soft toys, gifts and accessories. The patchwork coloured design translates well into soft toy formats - plush Elmer toys use the same multicoloured patchwork pattern from the books. Elmer merchandise suits newborns through to children who enjoy the books (approximately 2-6 years). The themes of acceptance and celebrating differences in the Elmer stories make the character particularly meaningful as a gift for families welcoming a new baby. Check current Elmer stock at Peekaboo Baby.
What to look for
Patchwork design fidelity - Elmer's multicoloured patchwork pattern is the defining visual element and appears across licensed products.
Themes of diversity - The Elmer stories celebrate being different, making them meaningful as gifts with a positive message.
Age from birth (plush) - Elmer plush designed for babies suits from birth. Books suit from approximately 2 years.
30+ book series - Broad series of Elmer books to pair with merchandise gifts.
David McKee illustration style - Bright, primary colours and distinctive patchwork design consistent across all licensed products.
Elmer - Frequently Asked Questions
Elmer was created by British author-illustrator David McKee. The first Elmer book was published in 1989. The series has grown to 30+ books translated into 40+ languages. David McKee explored themes of being different and acceptance through the patchwork elephant character.
Elmer picture books are designed for children from approximately 2-6 years. Elmer plush toys designed for babies are suitable from birth. The themes of diversity and acceptance in the books are also appreciated by parents sharing the stories with their children.
Yes. Free shipping on orders over $129. Check current Elmer stock at Peekaboo Baby. Orders dispatch from Melbourne.
In the original Elmer book (1989), Elmer is a patchwork-coloured elephant who feels different from the grey elephants in his herd. He tries to make himself grey like the others but ultimately celebrates being his unique patchwork self. The story promotes themes of self-acceptance, diversity and celebrating individuality.
Yes. All Elmer products at Peekaboo Baby are officially licensed through the Elmer licensing organisation managing David McKee's character rights.
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