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The Short-Sighted Giraffe

By A. H. Benjamin and Gill McLean

Adjectives

humorous heartwarming engaging

Genres

Animals Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Giraffe struggles with poor eyesight but refuses to wear the glasses her friends make for her, fearing she'll look silly. Instead, she dons an array of protective gear to prevent injuries from her frequent mishaps. After a series of comical incidents, her friends secretly place the glasses on her while she sleeps. Upon seeing her reflection the next morning, Giraffe realises she looks quite smart and embraces her new look.

About the author

A. H. Benjamin is a much-loved British author who has written over 40 books for children. His stories are filled with fun, adventure, and lovable animal characters. One of his most popular books is 'Bear Gets Stuck.' Children all over the world enjoy reading his books and discovering his wonderful tales.

Pages

24 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2013

Community rating

Average score: 4.67

From 6 readers

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