This month’s Animal of the Month is the incredible Asian elephant!
To help your little explorers dive deeper into the world of these gentle giants—especially the Bornean elephants who live in rainforest habitats—we’ve gathered books, videos, and games tailored for different age groups, so every learner can explore, discover, and grow their curiosity.
🐾 Zookeeper (ages 3–5)
Perfect for curious preschoolers who love stories, movement, and playful learning!
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant – by David McKee
A beloved picture book that introduces elephants through bright colors and a heartwarming message about kindness, individuality, and belonging.
Wild Kratts: Elephant Brains – PBS Kids
Join the Wild Kratts as they explore how elephants use their powerful brains to solve problems, remember paths, and work together.
How Could You Forget? - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers
Elephants are famous for their great memories—test yours! Flip the cards to find matching elephant pairs and keep going until you’ve found them all.
Elephant I Spy
Look around your learning space or elephant poster—can you spot things an elephant might need to survive? Encourage your child to point, count, and describe what they see, just like an elephant exploring its habitat.
🧠 Zoologist (ages 6–8)
Designed for growing readers ready for fun facts, comparisons, and mini wildlife adventures!
All Things Elephants for Kids – by Animal Reads
A nonfiction book filled with engaging facts, photos, and explanations about elephant behavior, habitats, and adaptations.
The Smallest Elephant on Earth | Wild Indonesia – National Geographic Animals
Discover the Bornean elephant and learn what makes this rainforest elephant different from other elephants around the world.
Creature Power Card Generator – PBS Kids Wild Kratts
Create your own creature power cards while learning about animal adaptations and survival skills.
🌿 Conservationist (ages 9–12)
For older explorers ready to think like scientists and conservationists!
Eavesdropping on Elephants: How Listening Helps Conservation – by Patricia Newman
A fascinating nonfiction book that shows how scientists use sound to study and protect elephants, helping reduce conflict and keep families together.
Differences Between African Elephant vs Asian Elephant – Wildlife Pedia (YouTube)
An educational video comparing elephant species, their physical traits, and the habitats they call home.
Safeguarding Bornean Elephants | Wildlife Conservation Expo
Deep dive into the work Seratu Aatai does, and some of the elephants they help.
🌍 Extra Resources from edZOOcation®
Looking to take your elephant learning even further? Explore exclusive edZOOcation® activities created to bring wildlife education to life:
🎥 Habitat Hustle
A hands-on activity that helps kids understand how animals move through habitats and why healthy ecosystems matter.
📦 edZOOcation® Subscription Boxes
Looking for more wild discoveries? The edZOOcation® Subscription Box delivers hands-on learning about Asian and Bornean elephants—connecting children to conservation through creativity, science, and fun, right at home.
🎁 What’s Inside This Month’s Box
Your Asian Elephant Box is full of hands-on fun and creative discovery:
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🎨 Elephant-themed crafts and art activities
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🌿 Habitat and ecosystem exploration activities
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📖 Informational animal book & activity magazine
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✉️ Postcard, bookmark, and learning extras
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🐘 Elephant plush companion
Each activity helps young explorers connect art, science, and conservation through hands-on discovery.
This month, we’re proud to highlight Seratu Aatai, a community-led organization working alongside local people in Borneo to protect Bornean elephants and support coexistence in rainforest landscapes.
✨ We’d love to see your little explorers in action! Share your elephant-inspired fun with us using #edZOOcation.
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