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Emerson the Elephant Seal - by Ginger Ngo (Hardcover)

Emerson the Elephant Seal - by  Ginger Ngo (Hardcover) - 1 of 1
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  • A colourful, imagination-filled picture book for children aged 3-5, based on the true story of Emerson the elephant seal, who decided to abandon his home in the wilds for life in the bright city lights of Victoria, BC.
  • 3-5 Years
  • Hardcover
  • Juvenile Fiction, Animals

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A colourful, imagination-filled picture book for children aged 3-5, based on the true story of Emerson the elephant seal, who decided to abandon his home in the wilds for life in the bright city lights of Victoria, BC.

Emerson, a two-year-old juvenile elephant seal, keeps turning up in Victoria, BC, despite the best efforts of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans staff--who would like him to know that the provincial capital is not the best home for a 500-pound pinniped.

Born in January 2022 on Bowman Bay in Puget Sound, Emerson made headlines across Canada and gained a loyal following in Victoria, where he spent a month moulting at Oak Bay Marina Beach before making his way onto the grassy boulevard next to Beach Drive. Undeterred by several efforts to relocate him, Emerson returned again and again to Victoria's beaches and roads.

But what exactly brought Emerson back? In this energetic picture book, children will wonder: perhaps he longed to try the smoked salmon tea sandwiches at the Empress? Did Emerson want to roll all over the flowers at Butchart Gardens or take a tour of the BC Parliament Buildings? While wildlife officials have their theories, Ginger Ngo explores the capital through the eyes of Emerson in a way that will have Victoria's youngest residents and visitors laughing out loud.



Review Quotes




"A delightful story! The lively illustrations beautifully capture the character of this playful elephant seal, while sharing the joy of the people of Victoria who have wholeheartedly embraced him. It is both educational and a lot of fun."

-- "Lucky Budd, co-author of Peace Dancer, Hello Humpback and One Eagle Soaring"
Suggested Age: 3-5 Years
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Animals
Publisher: Harbour Publishing
Theme: Marine Life
Format: Hardcover
Author: Ginger Ngo
Language: English
Street Date: May 19, 2026
TCIN: 1004995232
UPC: 9781998526345
Item Number (DPCI): 247-10-5977
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1 inches length x 1 inches width x 1 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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