The Ant and the Elephant is a children's picture book written by Bill Peet and was adapted into a family musical on stage. [1] [2] It is based on an Aesop Fable called The Ant and the Dove .

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Plot

A stranded ant is having trouble finding help because other animals refuse to help him. An elephant notices the ant and helps him. After that, the elephant helps more animals. The ant is the only animal that said thanks to the elephant. When the elephant has helped out everyone, he falls into a ravine and he can't get out. When he is ready to give up and die, a horde of ants carry him to safety.

Play

The play was created by the creative team of The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. It plays in various locations around the United States.

Reception

The Ant and the Elephant was adapted into an on-stage family musical. ^[3] A Elephanteria Library Books About Elephants review says, "Good illustrations; look like pencil and/or pastel work. Lesson in helping and showing gratitude. Recommended for early readers and younger". ^[4]MSC Opas said that the play has a catchy score by the Tony Award winning team of The Drowsy Chaperone. ^[5]

References

1. broadwaycenter.org, The Ant and the Elephant stage show, Retrieved 11-06-2008
2. itramuciscaltheatricals.com, The Ant and the Elephant as a touring stage show, Retrieved 11-06-2008
3. Work Light Productions
4. Elephanteria Library Books About Elephants
5. MSC Opas