In 'Tum Tum, the Jolly Elephant: His Many Adventures' by Richard Barnum, readers are transported into a whimsical world filled with delightful stories of the beloved protagonist, Tum Tum. Through a series of engaging adventures, Barnum skillfully weaves together themes of friendship, bravery, and perseverance in a way that captures the imagination of both children and adults alike. The book is written in a charming and accessible style, making it an ideal choice for young readers to enjoy on their own or as a shared reading experience with family. Barnum's storytelling is reminiscent of classic children's literature, with a modern twist that makes it a timeless and enjoyable read for all ages. Richard Barnum, known for his works that celebrate the wonder and innocence of childhood, draws inspiration from his own experiences as a parent and educator. His passion for storytelling shines through in 'Tum Tum, the Jolly Elephant,' as he creates a vibrant and enchanting world that is sure to captivate readers of all ages. With his background in early childhood education, Barnum expertly crafts a narrative that not only entertains but also teaches valuable lessons about empathy, courage, and the power of friendship. I highly recommend 'Tum Tum, the Jolly Elephant: His Many Adventures' to anyone looking for a heartwarming and engaging read that celebrates the joy of storytelling and the power of imagination. Whether you're a parent looking for a new bedtime story or a fan of classic children's literature, this book is sure to delight and inspire readers of all ages.

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Tum Tum was a jolly elephant. I shall tell you that much at the start of this story, so you will not have to be guessing as to who Tum Tum was. Tum Tum was the jolliest elephant in the circus, but before that he was the jolliest elephant in the woods or jungle. In fact, Tum Tum was nearly always happy and jolly, and, though he had many troubles, in all the adventures that happened to him, still, he always tried to be good-natured over them. So I am going to tell you all about Tum Tum, and the wonderful things that happened to him. Once upon a time Tum Tum was a baby elephant, and lived away off in a far country called India, with many other elephants, little and big, in the jungle. The jungle is just another name for woods, or forest, only the jungle is a very thick woods. The trees grow big and strong, and between them grow strong vines so that it is hard for any living creature except an elephant, or maybe a snake to push his way along. A snake can crawl on the ground under the vines, you know.

"Tum Tum was a jolly elephant. I shall tell you that much at the start of this story, so you will not have to be guessing as to who Tum Tum was. Tum Tum was the jolliest elephant in the circus, but before that he was the jolliest elephant in the woods or jungle. In fact, Tum Tum was nearly always happy and jolly, and, though he had many troubles, in all the adventures that happened to him, still, he always tried to be good-natured over them. So I am going to tell you all about Tum Tum, and the wonderful things that happened to him. "

In the woods, on top of a mountain, in a far-off country there once lived a family of nice bears. The author calls them nice bears, for they were. Of course they had long claws, and sharp teeth, but they never bit anyone, or scratched anyone, because there was no-one living in that part of the woods who bothered them, or shot at them or teased them. The bears lived quietly by themselves in a den amongst the rocks. It was a nice, cosy, warm place. In this den lived five bears. There was Mr. Bear, the papa, and Mrs. Bear, the mother, and there were three little bear cubs. One little bear was named Gruffo, because he had such a deep, gruff voice, though it was not at all cross. And another bear was named Muffo, because he had such big, soft furry paws that when he folded them together it looked just as if he were carrying a muff. And there was the smallest of the three, called Dido. Now, in this book, the author is going to tell twelve of the adventures Dido had. They are: I Dido Cuts Up II Dido Is Caught III Dido Is Trained IV Dido Learns To Dance V Dido Crosses The Ocean VI Dido In The Country VII Dido Meets Don VIII Dido Helps A Girl IX Dido In The Bakery X Dido Scares A Man XI Dido In The Circus XII Dido In A Fire In all nursery literature animals have played a conspicuous part; and the reason is obvious, for nothing entertains a child more than the antics of an animal. These stories abound in amusing incidents such as children adore and the characters are so full of life, so appealing to a child's imagination, that none will be satisfied until they have met all of their favorites- Squinty, Slicko, Mappo, and the rest. 10% of the profit from the sale of this book will be donated to charities. Yesterday’s Books for Today’s Charities. ============= KEYWORDS/TAGS: Dido the dancing bear, animal, fairy tales, folklore, myths, legends, bears, forest, glade, storyteller, fables, children’s stories, children’s fiction, action, adventure, bakery, barn, Bear, bears, berries, Blackie, brass, buns, cage, caught, chains, child, children, circus, claws, collar, dancing, dog, Don, elephant, efalent, ephalent, escape, fire, fish, forest, funny, George, Gruffo, hand-organ, home, honey, horn, horses, hungry, Jacko, jolly, keeper, lake, Mama, master, monkey, mountain, Muffo, music, nice, ocean, papa, paws, pennies, rocks, runaway, ship, smell, soldier, somersaults, stable, sugar, sun, sweet, tame, teeth, telegraph, Tom, trap, traveled, traveled, tree, tricks, wagon, water, wild, woods,

In 'Mappo, the Merry Monkey: His Many Adventures' by Richard Barnum, readers are taken on a whimsical journey through the delightful escapades of a mischievous monkey named Mappo. This classic children's book is filled with heartwarming tales of friendship, bravery, and the importance of kindness. Barnum's engaging storytelling style and vivid descriptions captivate readers of all ages, making this book a timeless treasure in the world of children's literature. Set in a fantastical world where animals speak and embark on thrilling adventures, 'Mappo, the Merry Monkey' is a charming and entertaining read that is sure to spark the imagination of young readers. Richard Barnum's ability to create endearing characters and enchanting settings showcases his talent as a skilled storyteller. Drawing inspiration from his love of nature and the animal kingdom, Barnum brings to life a captivating tale that resonates with readers on a deep emotional level. I highly recommend 'Mappo, the Merry Monkey: His Many Adventures' to anyone looking for a heartwarming and magical story that will leave a lasting impression.