Project Description
Libro per bambini “L’elefantino coraggioso”
Recensioni
The fairy tale by the young author from Padua, written together with her aunt, journalist Valentina Calzavara—who collaborates with the Nem Group—is illustrated by Barbara Marini.
With that touch of recklessness typical of childhood, he decides to venture alone into the forest. The red cloak on his shoulders makes him feel just like a superhero. He doesn’t yet know that true heroism lies in being able to accept help when needed. His clever little monkey friend will be the one to lend him a hand and chase away the fierce animals hidden in the shadows of the branches.
‘The strength of this story lies in the bond between the masculine and the feminine: they move forward together, without hierarchies.’
“L’Elefantino Coraggioso” celebrates the precious value of friendship—powerful enough to turn fear into courage.
The main character of the story is a baby elephant, extremely curious and eager to discover the world. By his side is his best friend, Little Monkey: kind, wise, and ready to help him on this adventure.At first, everything in the forest appears extraordinary and fascinating to the Little Elephant, but he soon finds himself facing many dangers and unfamiliar fears.
The journey becomes a metaphor for growing up, learning about oneself, and understanding others. First comes a close encounter with a hungry coyote family, then with three fierce beasts, and finally with a group of dangerous crocodiles.Always by his side, the loyal Little Monkey works tirelessly to protect, support, and comfort her friend whenever discouragement, exhaustion, homesickness, or the longing to be reunited with his parents take over.
Will the Little Elephant manage to return to his family?This story pays tribute to Friendship—with a capital F—something to be treasured like a precious chest filled with affection, respect, sincerity, trust, and mutual care.
“L’Elefantino Coraggioso” is a fairy tale that takes young readers into the colors and mysteries of the forest, where a curious elephant calf, eager to explore the world, embarks on a journey full of adventures.
By his side is Little Monkey, a wise and caring friend, ready to support him as he faces dangers: a hungry coyote, three fierce beasts, and a group of crocodiles.
Amid fear, homesickness, and the longing to return home, the Little Elephant learns to understand himself and discovers the power of friendship — a precious treasure chest of affection, sincerity, and trust.
“L’elefantino coraggioso” is an original book because it was born from the imagination of an eight-year-old girl, Benedetta Calzavara, who—helped by her aunt, journalist Valentina Calzavara—decided to write her favorite childhood story and dedicate it to all the children eager to dive into a whirlwind adventure set in the forest and illustrated by Barbara Marini.
It is a story that celebrates the precious value of friendship, capable of turning fear into courage.
The main character is a young elephant, extremely curious and impatient to discover the world. By his side is his best friend, Little Monkey—kind, wise, and always ready to help him along the way.
At first, the forest appears extraordinary through the Elephant’s eyes, but soon he must face dangers and overcome unfamiliar fears. The journey becomes a metaphor for growing up: learning about oneself and navigating the world alongside others. First comes a close encounter with a hungry coyote family, then with three fierce beasts, and finally with a group of dangerous crocodiles.
Throughout it all, faithful Little Monkey does everything she can to protect, support, and comfort her friend during moments of hardship. And when discouragement, exhaustion, homesickness, and the longing to hug his parents again take over, she guides him safely back home.
A big celebration with all the characters awaits them—a tribute to Friendship with a capital “F,” to be treasured like a precious chest filled with affection, respect, sincerity, trust, and mutual care.
I am deeply grateful to Benedetta and Valentina for entrusting me with this story, and to Tomolo EdiGiò for believing in our project. ❤️
🔎 Behind the Scenes: inside the pages of a picture book
If you’d like to see how I created the elephant family featured in this children’s book, take a look at the video on my YouTube channel:
—
If you want to see more children’s books I’ve worked on: CHILDREN’S BOOKS – PORTFOLIO
If you like this project, also check the Children’s Illustration section of my portfolio.
And to stay updated on news and new projects, follow my Facebook page.
