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David McKee

Author & Illustrator

About David McKee

David McKee (1935 - 2022) was the creator of well-known characters including King Rollo, Mr Benn and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, which is now published in more than 60 languages and has its own successful global merchandise programme. David was born in Devon and went to Plymouth Art College, where he had a traditional training. On leaving college he drew regularly for Punch, Reader’s Digest, and The Times Educational Supplement. His drawings were influenced especially by Saul Steinberg and Andre Francois. In 2020, David won the British Book Awards Illustrator of the Year Award and BookTrust’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Make Your Bed Day

My First Elmer Bedtime by David McKee from Andersen is brilliant!

2 days ago

Make Your Bed Day

Could there be a better time to read Elmer and the Bedtime Story by David McKee. Published by Andersen.

2 days ago

Teddy Bear Day

Time for a picnic? Loving Elmer and the Lost Teddy by David McKee.

4 days ago

Teddy Bear Day

Time for a picnic? Loving Elmer and the Lost Teddy by David McKee.

4 days ago

Teddy Bear Day

Time for a picnic? Loving Elmer's Treasury by David McKee.

4 days ago

Teddy Bear Day

Could there be a better time to read My First Elmer Bedtime by David McKee.

4 days ago

Read a book day

Read a Book Day. Why not try Melric and the Sorcerer by David McKee.

7 days ago

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