Crafts: Make an Elmer the Elephant headdress

Create a simple but effective Elmer hat for your child to wear, courtesy of Storycraft Theatre

What we’re reading: Elmer by David McKee

This joyful story of diversity and accepting your differences remains as relevant on its 30th anniversary as ever

David McKee's classic story has been brought to the stage to mark the character's 30th anniversary

These ten stories have sold ten of millions between them over the last 50 years - and should be on every child’s bookshelf

These festive stories will engage babies and toddlers - and make perfect stocking fillers or gifts

The veteran author-illustrator shares the classic books that have inspired him