Author
Abdulla Alsharhan
Illustrator
Abdulla Alsharhan
Publisher
Ajyaal
Publication Year
2023
Book Size
24 x 29 cm
No. of Pages
68 Pages
ISBN
9789948784029
Elephant On My Finger" explores a young boy's journey of self-discovery, resilience, and acceptance. Initially living an ordinary, carefree life, his world is disrupted when a small spot, vitiligo, starts to grow. This visible difference attracts attention and questions, challenging his self-esteem and introducing him to the metaphorical elephant in the room: the unsaid and the unseen. This elephant, initially viewed as a heavy burden, is actually an opportunity for him to explore his own uniqueness and reshape his perspective. Through his journey, he learns to carry his 'elephant' not as a weight, but as a tiny companion on his fingertip. It's a tale of embracing one's difference, finding beauty in diversity, and teaching others how to respect and understand what is often left unsaid.
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