Stephen Hogtun is ann incredible artist / illustrator and this latest book ,” Herd” continues to show his stunning and emotive work. This is the story of a young elephant travelling with the herd but not knowing how he fits in and where his home. This is a beautiful story of love and belonging and knowing that home is where the heart and family is. Each time the elephant discovers he cannot join in or do something independently, the family show their love and support. Ideal for children up to six - perfect as a warm hearted bedtime read or a class book exploring habitats and animals in EYS and KS1 . The illustrations will encourage plenty of talk as will the emotions of the little elephant This is an absolute winner .Highly recommended and do check out Stephen Hogtun’s other books Deep and Leaves

Not only are the illustrations beautiful, so is the story! My little boy absolutely adores the natural world including elephants and was so happy that they were the main feature in this book!

A heartwarming story about family and home! Also, it has some gorgeous illustrations! We know that elephants wander for their whole life, but this little elephant was trying to find where their real home is. Until it finally realizes that actually their home is together with its herd. Will definitely be doing this book for our storytime!