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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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Universal One Voice Day

Elmer's Band by David McKee from Andersen Digital

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Universal One Voice Day

Elmer's Band by David McKee from Andersen

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Universal One Voice Day

Sir Ned and the Nasties by Brett McKee from Andersen Digital is a wonderful first sound book.

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Universal One Voice Day

Sir Ned and the Nasties by Brett McKee from Andersen is a wonderful first sound book.

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Tell an old joke day

Knock, knock! Why not try Elmer and Wilbur by David McKee. Published by Andersen.

3 days ago

Tell an old joke day

Knock, knock! Why not try Elmer Again by David McKee. Published by Andersen Digital.

3 days ago

Tell an old joke day

Jokes, sometimes the old ones are the best! Try Elmer Again by David McKee from Andersen.

3 days ago

Tell an old joke day

Jokes, sometimes the old ones are the best! Try Elmer and Wilbur by David McKee from Andersen Digital.

3 days ago

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