You’ve heard the saying, “Mother knows best,” but what happens when the baby is a six-hundred-pound elephant and the ”mother” is human? Born Free – Living Free! Discover how a group of young orphaned elephants found an unexpected family and a playful temporary home. This heartwarming true story is a testament to love, determination, and the unbreakable bonds between species. **2024 Children's Book International Gold Award Winner** **2024 Readers View Silver Award Winner** **2023 Literary Titan Gold Award Winner** Daphne Sheldrick devoted her life to mothering elephants. From a young age, she was entrusted with the care of injured and abandoned animals. As an adult, she and her passionate team nurtured countless elephants back to health. When a tiny, milk-dependent calf named Aisha arrived, Daphne faced her greatest challenge yet. No one had ever hand-reared an elephant this young, but what she learned during their time together would revolutionize how future orphaned elephants were cared for—and fueled her dream of returning them to the wild! This inspiring nonfiction picture book is perfect for young conservationists and a delightful gift for elephant enthusiasts. Inside, you’ll find a treasure trove of ele-fantastic facts! It’s an ideal choice for parents and teachers seeking: Inspiring nonfiction narratives Biographies about remarkable women Role models for young readers STEM-related content for kids Buy NOW and receive the “Mother To Elephants” Extra Childhood Scene and Ice Cream In A Bag science activity for FREE (details inside book)!