By Giles Andreae (author) , Guy ParkerRees (illustrator) Part of the Giraffes Can't Dance series
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A touching and triumphant story republished in celebration of the title’s 10th birthday about how the giraffe goes from being hopeless on the dance floor to becoming the star of the show. Jeered by all for his disastrous dancing, Gerald the giraffe dreads the great Jungle dance. But, helped by the cricket who leads him to find his own rhythm, the giraffe soon becomes a dancing sensation! Stunning illustrations as ever from Guy Parker-Rees coupled with Giles Andrae’s sublime rhyming poem that will delight every child and parent alike. A triumph of a book.
Gerald was a tall giraffe whose neck was long and slim,But his knees were awfully bandy and his legs were rather thin . . .Gerald the giraffe longs to go to the great Jungle Dance, but how can he join in when he doesn't know how to tango or two-step? Everyone knows that giraffes can't dance . . . or can they?
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Gerald was a tall giraffe whose neck was long and slim, But his knees were awfully bandy and his legs were rather thin . . .
Gerald the giraffe longs to go to the great Jungle Dance, but how can he join in when he doesn't know how to tango or two-step? Everyone knows that giraffes can't dance . . . or can they?
A funny, touching and triumphant story about being yourself and finding your own tune, with joyful illustrations from Guy Parker Rees. This chunky board book edition is perfect for little hands.
"All toddlers should grow up reading this" Daily Mail
"A modern classic" Baby & Me
"A joyful read about an outsider who finds acceptance on his own terms . . . there's also a simple moral about tolerance and daring to be different" Junior " A fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp" Daily Telegraph
Giles Andreae was born in London in 1966. His books have sold over 3 million copies worldwide, making him one of the most successful children’s authors working today. He began writing when he was at primary school and gets a lot of his ideas from trying to keep his own children entertained.
Giles is the hugely successful and talented author behind numerous award-winning children's books, including the bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance . He is also the creator of the well-known Purple Ronnie and Edward Monkton poetry ranges. Giles lives in London with his wife and four children.
His top tips for becoming a writer are: read a lot, write a lot and write from the heart.
Author photo copyright: Martin Salter
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Gerald was a tall giraffe whose neck was long and slim,But his knees were awfully bandy and his legs were rather thin . . .Gerald the giraffe longs to go to the great Jungle Dance, but how can he join in when he doesn't know how to tango or two-step? Everyone knows that giraffes can't dance . . . or can they?A funny, touching and triumphant story about being yourself and finding your own tune, with joyful illustrations from Guy Parker Rees.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Giraffes Can't Dance and determined it is suitable for children aged 3-6 years old
Giraffes Can't Dance features in the following genres: Featured Books for 3+ readers, Recommendations, Featured Books for 5+ readers
Paperback, Board book. £7.19, down from the £7.99 cover price. In Stock.
Giraffes Can't Dance was written by Giles Andreae and published by Orchard Books an imprint of Hachette Children's Group
Giraffes Can't Dance has 32 pages
Yes it is part of Giraffes Can't Dance series
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