In the New York Times bestselling Ellis the Elephant series, this time-traveling elephant learns about the pivotal moments that have shaped our nation.

In Christmas in America, this adorable pachyderm explores the tales and traditions that have made Christmas a cherished part of the American experience. Along the way, Ellis discovers the meaning of Christmas and how this special holiday has been celebrated throughout American history.

In From Sea to Shining Sea, Ellis explores the early years of the United States and heads west into uncharted territory with Lewis and Clark. Listeners follow Ellis as he discovers a new and growing nation along with George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Sacagawea, and others.

In Sweet Land of Liberty, Ellis the Elephant sets off on a quest to discover the astounding events and people whose dreams, courage, and hard work have made America great, including the Pilgrims’ first Thanksgiving, the Boston Tea Party, pioneer settlers of the great frontier, and more.

In Yankee Doodle Dandy, Ellis eagerly learns about America’s most beloved patriots and their courageous fight for independence, meeting the Sons of Liberty, Patrick Henry, Paul Revere, the Founding Fathers, Betsy Ross, and more.

Each book concludes with a list of resources where kids can learn even more about their nation's history and the places that make it great.

Authored by Callista Gingrich and illustrated by Susan Arciero, all four books will delight those who want to know how brave Americans forged a growing nation and spread freedom from coast to coast.