"Elliot is Born" is a children's book that follows the life of a young male elephant named Elliot as he grows up on the savanna. The story starts with Elliot's birth, where he is welcomed into the herd by his mother and other family members. As he grows, Elliot discovers the vast savanna and the different animals that live there. He meets giraffes, who are tall and elegant, and zebras, who are striped and playful. He also learns how to use his trunk and how to play in the water. As Elliot grows up, he faces many challenges. He has to learn how to forage for food, how to protect himself from predators, and how to navigate the complex social dynamics of the herd. He also has to learn how to protect his family and how to show his respect and loyalty to the older elephants. One of the most exciting moments in Elliot's life is when he grows his first tusks. This marks the beginning of a new phase in his life, where he can help the herd with tasks like digging for water and breaking branches for food. Throughout the story, Elliot learns valuable lessons about life, family, and community. The book provides an entertaining and educational look at the life of a young elephant and the challenges it faces as it grows up in the wild. It also aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting elephants and their habitats. A full color children's book seeing many animals featuring giraffe, zebra and lions. Full color images prompted by David James using Mid Journey.