What Can You Do With An Elepha

What Can You Do with an Elephant House? is a heartening story about two students who take on the challenge of repurposing a neglected zoo building to benefit their community. Through historic photos, thought bubbles, sketches, and a mix of narrative and transactional text, the book follows their journey from proposal writing to planning and presenting a real-world project. A standout feature is the use of brainstorming strategies and chronological reporting to model critical thinking and decision-making. Students will find inspiration in how young people can make a tangible impact through creativity, teamwork, and planning. This title is ideal for sparking conversations about civic responsibility and engaging students in real-life problem-solving.

Educational Benefits:

• Models the writing of proposals and reports with clear structure.
• Encourages critical thinking and weighing multiple perspectives.
• Builds planning and communication skills through text analysis.
• Introduces features of transactional and persuasive writing.

Classroom Ideas:

• Brainstorm and plan a class project to improve a community space.
• Use the book as a model for writing proposals with clear objectives.
• Explore the role of visual aids like sketch maps in project planning.
• Discuss how real-world issues can inspire meaningful student action.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 8+
• Book size: 210mm x 297mm
• No moving parts or electronic components
• Safe for collaborative and individual classroom activities