Erica the Elephant is a children's book series about a mystical elephant, named Erica, who takes children on magical adventures and teaches them life lessons. Jacob is so excited about Christmas he is unable to sleep. Night after night all he can think about is all the wonderful gifts he will get on Christmas, agitated with how long it is taking Christmas to come, he makes a wish. His wish is granted by a witty loving elephant named Erica. Erica helps Jacob but not the way he wanted. None -the- less. Jacob's adventure helps him learn what Christmas is truly about.