“It is over, Philandro.” Leopard-headed Kotiya crossed his brawny arms and bared his fangs at the prisoner. Around him, the man-handed hyenas of the crater valley cackled evilly. Philandro knelt, his thick, gray legs chained and bent uncomfortably beneath him. A second set of shackles wrapped his forelimbs, linked to his tusks, and even circled the midpoint of his trunk. Read More
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Elephants Remember the 5th of November
Remember, remember the 5th of November… Guy Fawkes Night has arrived, and with it, an opportunity. Now, before anyone suggests blowing something up, let’s take a look at the holiday and consider fomenting rebellion with ballots, not bombs. Guy Fawkes Night Remember, remember! The fifth of November, The Gunpowder treason and plot; I know of no reason Why the Gunpowder Read More
EEK! Halloween!
Night has fallen, the full moon has risen, and the chickens have begun to get nervous… “EEK! Halloween!” Before venturing out on October 31st, step into the pages of another gem by Sandra Boynton. “EEK! Halloween!” has the color, costumes, and crazy antics to get your toddler into the spirit of Halloween. Boynton’s wide-eyed chickens, unaware of the holiday, meet Read More
Happy Diwali!
Happy Diwali everyone, and welcome to Elephants Never! Today, more than a billion people worldwide will light candles, say prayers over flames, and shoot off fireworks. We will celebrate the triumph of light over dark and the renewal of our family bonds. We will turn up the music, dance, and enjoy the Hindu festival of Diwali with our families. And Read More