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The Magician's ElephantIn a highly awaited new novel, Kate DiCamillo conjures a haunting fable about trusting the unexpected and making the extraordinary come true. (Ages 7 and up) What if? Why not? Could it be? When a fortuneteller's tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the questions that he needs to ask: Does his sister still live? And if so, how can he find her? The fortuneteller's mysterious answer (an elephant An
In a highly awaited new novel, Kate DiCamillo conjures a haunting fable about trusting the unexpected -- and making the extraordinary come true. (Ages 7 and up) What if? Why not? Could it be? When a fortuneteller's tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the questions that he needs to ask: Does his sister still live? And if so, how can he find her? The fortuneteller's mysterious answer (an elephant An elephant will lead him there ) sets off a chain of events so remarkable, so impossible, that you will hardly dare to believe it's true. With atmospheric illustrations by fine artist Yoko Tanaka, here is a dreamlike and captivating tale that could only be narrated by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo. In this timeless fable, she evokes the largest of themes -- hope and belonging, desire and compassion -- with the lightness of a magician's touch.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 09/08/2009
ISBN: 9780763644109
Pages: 208
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 7.76h x 5.58w x 0.76d
Award: Kentucky Bluegrass Award - Nominee
Award: Colorado Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: Massachusetts Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: Minnesota Book Award - Winner
Award: Delaware Diamonds Award - Nominee
Award: Delaware Diamonds Award - Nominee
Award: Flicker Tale Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: Parents Choice Awards (Fall) (2008-Up) - Recommended
Review Citations: Booklist 07/01/2009 pg. 63
Voice of Youth Advocates 08/01/2009 - Recommended - Better Than Most
School Library Journal 08/01/2009 pg. 102
Kirkus Review - Children 08/01/2009
Publishers Weekly 08/17/2009 pg. 63
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2009 pg. 557
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 11/01/2009
New York Times Book Review 12/06/2009 pg. 46
New York Times Book Review 12/13/2009 pg. 26
Booklist Ed Choice Youth 01/01/2010 pg. 13
ALA Notable Children's Books 03/01/2010 pg. 26
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2010 - Superior,Well Above Average
Foreword 08/17/2009
BookPage 09/01/2009
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 133242 / Magician's Elephant
Reading Level: 5 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 4
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Sturdy
Flavor Name: Variety Packs, Size: 3 Pack, Set name: Large, Flavor Name: Variety Packs, Size: 3 Pack, Set name: Large
Ok so I'm very happy that my standard poodle seemed to really enjoy this product. She was lacking and biting it for hours and days. That said she has still yet to make a dent in the bone. It seems to be too hard and too thick for her. I was surprised how heavy it was! It is large enough it is completely safe to leave her in the other room with. No strange odor or transfer of color. I'd say for the cost it isn't worth it as she is only getting filling and not able to eat the bone for some reason. Then again she is entertained for hours..so maybe so. Doesn't seem to bother her sensitive tummies either.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Yuummmy but priceyyyy
Flavor Name: Variety Packs, Size: 1.26 Pound (Pack of 1), Set name: Small
I personally didn't eat them but I gave my dog one. After one my dog found out where I stashed them, ripped the package open and grabbed the rest from the bag. He then hid them around the house and individually opened them and ate them. I know this because I kept finding plastic wrap everywhere and then empty bones.
So I'm going to guess they were delicious. Also a bonus to have extra bones for them to chew on and you to step on! I will say, I didnt like how they were all individually plastic wrapped, made it difficult for me to open them.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great dog toy!
Color: Green
This is my third or fourth purchase of the same toy. My 45 lb super chewer dog loves to chew on this and especially likes to play tug of war. He is very rough on toys and most do not last longer than a few weeks. This toy lasts about 2 years - which is amazing considering my dog plays with it every day. Eventually it breaks in half during a tug of war session, but I don’t consider that a flaw or a problem because we definitely get our money’s worth of playtime! I’m happy to buy a new one every couple of years and I will keep buying it as long as it is available.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Still going strong after three months of Doberman teeth!
Color: Green
This was one of the first toys I purchased for my adopted 4 year old Doberman Pinscher. It has been chewed, and chewed, and chewed some more. This is one of his 3 favorite toys when he has to go in his crate. As of yet there are no significant teeth marks, holes, or missing pieces. It is solid rubber, light weight compared to a similar toy he has, and just the right size to carry around in his mouth. He seems to enjoy the sensation the little rubber nubs have on his gums when he chews it. We have also used this toy to play tug of war and fetch for the same reasons listed but also because the neon green color is easy to see especially if the dog gets distracted and leaves it in the yard. When playing fetch the weight of the toy does not lead to rotator cuff surgery with repetitive throwing on the part of the dog's human! When it gets too dirty and slimy for my tolerance, it is easily washed in the laundry room sink with dish detergent and a sponge always returning to its Spic n' Span original appearance. If and when he chews this one up, I will not hesitate to replace it.
Top 3 Likes:
-Sturdy, holds up to chewing, used as a crate toy as it poses no threat from dislodged pieces
-Bright color aids in finding it outside
-Comparatively lightweight, easy to throw, and easy to clean
Top 3 Disikes:
-Potentially an aggressive chewer could dismantle
Only 1 dislike!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024
★★★★★ 1
Cracked and breaking
Color: Green, Color: Green
Not durable
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2026