In words and pictures describes the life and habits of the elk.

Includes glossary and index.

A cool dip -- Deer cousins -- A deer of different names -- How big is big? -- Different coats for different seasons -- Winter woollies -- A rack of antlers -- Ragged headgear -- Reading antlers -- Getting around -- Elk days -- What is home to an Elk? -- Ready to eat -- Family life -- Elk talk -- Freckled babies -- Long legs -- Danger! -- Joining the herd -- Growing up.