LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
One of our 2018 Books of the Year
Witty, a bit silly, with irresistible characters, fabulous illustrations and a serious point to make, Giraffe Problems is an outstanding picture book, one that will easily stand repeat readings. Edward the giraffe stresses about his neck, a lot. He compares it unfavourably to all the other necks around and does his best to disguise it (most memorably with a mountain of scarves and bow ties). Only when he meets Cyrus, a creature also frustrated by the size of his neck, does he come to terms with it, making a special friend in the process. Lane Smith’s textured, brushy artwork is a perfect match for Jory John’s sharp and very funny text, and this is a picture book to entertain and amuse readers of all ages.
Andrea Reece
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Giraffe Problems Synopsis
The bestselling creators of the hilarious Penguin Problems, Jory John and Lane Smith, turn a giraffe's problematic long neck into an enviable advantage in this fun board book.
Edward the giraffe can't understand why his neck is as long and bendy and, well, ridiculous as it is. No other animal has a neck this absurd. He's tried disguising it, dressing it up, strategically hiding behind bushes--honestly, anything you can think of. Just when he has exhausted his neck-hiding options and is about to give up, Cyrus the turtle ambles in (very slowly) and helps Edward understand that his neck has a purpose and, besides, looks excellent in a bow tie.
Along with a heavy dose of humor comes a gentle reminder about the importance of acceptance.
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9780593127728 |
| Publication date: |
9th June 2020 |
| Author: |
Jory John |
| Illustrator: |
Lane Smith |
| Publisher: |
Random House Books for Young Readers an imprint of Random House Children's Books |
| Format: |
Board book |
| Series: |
Animal Problems |
| Suitable For: |
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Jory John Press Reviews
Side-splittingly funny, totally original and one to return to time after time. - Picture Books Blogger
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About Jory John
Jory John is the author of the picture books I Will Chomp You! and Quit Calling Me a Monster!, both illustrated by Bob Shea, and Goodnight Already! and I Love You Already!, illustrated by Benji Davies. He is the co-author of the New York Times bestselling novel, The Terrible Two, and the bestseller All My Friends Are Dead, among many other books. He lives in San Francisco, USA.
Photo credit Feather & Twine Photography
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