Seventy-five years ago, the first English language story of Babar the Elephant appeared in the United States. The creation of Babar itself is a sweet story – the author, Jean de Brunhoff, based the first book on a story his wife, Cecile, had invented for their children. If there are Babar fans in your family, they’ll love the books on which the popular Qubo show is based, and you’ll find many for them to enjoy at your local library.

The STA’s Summer Tips are ideas for projects and activities inspired by your kids’ favorite shows, to help them learn while the TV is on and after it’s off. Look for more tips all summer long, to OutSmart the 150% Summer Spike in childrens’ television viewing.

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