About This Book
Reach for this book when your family is navigating the hurdles of a new health kick or when your child feels discouraged by strict rules. This relatable story follows the Large family as Mama Elephant decides they all need to lose weight and get fit. What follows is a humorous look at the reality of willpower, the temptation of treats, and the small failures that make us human. It is an excellent tool for normalizing the struggle of sticking to a goal and showing children that perfection isn't the point of a healthy lifestyle. While the book centers on dieting, the core emotional themes are about family unity and the lighthearted honesty of shared secrets. It is perfectly pitched for preschoolers and early elementary students who are beginning to understand the concepts of self-control and group effort. Parents will appreciate how Jill Murphy uses the elephant family to mirror our own domestic comedies, making the lesson about balance feel like a warm hug rather than a lecture.
