Elephants DO Forget

An inspirational, award-winning children’s book about kindness, empathy, and friendship, following a forgetful elephant in his quest to overcome memory loss.

Join Emory on an unforgettable adventure as he meets new friends who patiently help him navigate disability to find his way home in this heartwarming kids picture book for preschoolers aged 3-6.

Royal Dragonfly Book Award for Special Needs and Disability Awareness

Inspired by P.E. Shadrick’s father’s courageous battle with dementia, ‘Elephants DO Forget: How Emory Found His Memory’ is an enjoyable children’s book that gently introduces young children to the complexities of memory loss in a loved one in an age-appropriate way.

Celebrating colorful characters and vibrant illustrations by Australian artist Amanda Letcher, this Royal Dragonfly Award winner takes kids on a heartfelt adventure filled with kindness and self-discovery.

"Emory was a noble elephant who had lived a long and happy life. He was often lively and adventurous, but his memory caused him strife."

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Come Along on a Journey with Emory and His Friends

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In a sun-dappled forest, a precarious story unfolds. Emory, a majestic but forgetful elephant, finds himself disoriented and lost. But just when he needs them most, two unlikely heroes swoop in—a parrot with a flair for the dramatic and a frog with a heart of pure gold.
Together, they embark upon a thrilling quest, navigating twists and turns and facing challenges that test their bravery and ingenuity. As they journey on, Emory’s new friends safely guide him home, proving that with kindness, a little courage, and good friends by your side, even the most confusing paths can lead to a brighter way.
Available in hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and digital versions, this captivating children’s book about kindness, empathy, and friendship whisks young readers away to an imaginary world filled with wonder and insight, gently introducing children to the challenges of disability and memory loss.
Ideal for:
  • Children aged 3-6

  • Early readers who love adventure stories

  • Kids who enjoy imaginative and colorful illustrations

  • Families searching for children’s books about dementia and memory loss

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