Elves of Bellaire Drive

9780944784020

094478402X

This handy sized book is a collection of stories about three good-natured but shy little fellows that live in a hollow oak tree in the backyard of the author's house. While he has never met his three timid neighbors, he has kept in touch with Ajax, Brice & Calvin by eavesdropping, warning them of potential hazards, swapping gifts & other such neighborly actions. He has kept track of their activities & adventures & told stories of them to his three children & ten grandchildren. The elves' enthusiastic pursuits have gotten them into & out of trouble & joyous encounters with other little people, big people (like us), all kinds of animals - cats, dogs, skunks, rabbits & birds. They lead a pleasing life & have fun, & you & your children will too as you read this delightful book. The author was inspired to write these stories when he saw how much his grandchildren enjoyed his telling these charming anecdotes to his own little people. And the many illustrations by Diane Hunn, a local artist, are equally charming & add much to the children's enjoyment of the stories. Order from: Waldemar S. Nelson, 1200 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130- 4334. (504) 523-5281, FAX (504) 593-5261.