Grandpa and Tuska

Description

Tuska is a young elephant who loves spending time with his grandfather. But Grandpa is getting old, and what's more, he's getting forgetful and, well... he's acting rather strangely these days! Tuska is feeling scared and confused. When Grandpa goes missing, Tuska is determined to risk everything to bring him home. But who will save who? Grandpa may not remember everything, but Tuska will make sure he always knows how much he is loved.

John Phillips is a talented and versatile author/illustrator who loves to create bright, lively illustrations full of movement and fun. The son of an entertaining story teller, he has continued this family tradition. John has combined his passion for engaging and entertaining story telling with his eclectic artistic talent and a decidedly 'off centre' sense of humour to create children's book projects that truly shine. His own grandfather's battle with dementia, and the increasing impact of the disease in the community, was the inspiration for Grandpa and Tuska. "I do hope Grandpa and Tuska helps families and little ones through often sad and confusing times." John Phillips lives in rural Victoria with his 12 guitars and a piano. He is a loving Pa.