The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
From the Newbery Award-winning and bestselling author of the modern classic One and Only series comes a gorgeous picture book introducing young readers to Ruby, the beloved baby elephant.
Ruby is the littlest elephant in the herd at the animal sanctuary, where she lives near her best friends Ivan the silverback gorilla and Bob the lovable mutt. Ruby loves all the things that make being an elephant fun, like splashing in muddy puddles and spraying water through her trunk. But there are parts of being an elephant that she doesn't love so much, like her new tusks.
The herd is preparing for Ruby's Tuskday, a day to celebrate the fact that Ruby is growing up, and for remembering. Ruby has lots of happy memories, but she also has lots of sad ones, ones that are hard to think about. Surrounded by the love of her herd and her friends, the littlest elephant will see that growing up doesn't have to be scary, and that remembering the darkness can help us appreciate the light.
This beautiful and poignant story shows readers the importance of honoring the past, cherishing the present, and facing the future without fear.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes themes of violence against elephants, such as Ruby's mother being killed by poachers and the depiction of physical abuse towards other elephants in captivity. These elements are presented as part of Ruby's backstory and the challenges faced by elephants. The book contains potentially scary elements, such as the death of Ruby's mother and the violent actions of poachers, which may be distressing for younger readers. These themes are presented in a way that highlights the challenges faced by elephants.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have violence?
The narrative includes themes of violence against elephants, such as Ruby's mother being killed by poachers and the depiction of physical abuse towards other elephants in captivity. These elements are presented as part of Ruby's backstory and the challenges faced by elephants.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have scary content?
The book contains potentially scary elements, such as the death of Ruby's mother and the violent actions of poachers, which may be distressing for younger readers. These themes are presented in a way that highlights the challenges faced by elephants.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious themes or practices present in the narrative.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes or discussions present in the book. The search results do not indicate any focus on race or racism as a central theme.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have profanity?
No profanity detected in the book. The search results do not mention any use of profanity in the narrative.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have climate change?
The narrative addresses climate change and its impact on wildlife, including the challenges faced by elephants due to environmental factors and poaching. This theme is woven into Ruby's story and highlights broader environmental issues.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have sexual identity?
No sexual content in the book. The search results do not indicate any references to sexual themes or content within the narrative.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The narrative focuses on Ruby's experiences and emotions rather than on traditional or modern gender roles.
Does The Littlest Elephant A One and Only Ruby Story have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters mentioned in the book. The search results primarily discuss other books and films with LGBTQ+ content, which are not relevant to this specific title.
