Giraffes Can't Dance

What do our readers think of Giraffes Can't Dance? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the bouncy rhymes, colourful pictures and Gerald’s encouraging message about being different. They especially like joining in with the dance and seeing Gerald grow in confidence.

What does the Pageticker team say about Giraffes Can't Dance?

We love this lively, rhyming picture book for its memorable rhythm, expressive illustrations and warm message about finding confidence in your own way of doing things. Gerald’s experience gives young children a gentle starting point for talking about teasing, belonging and how encouragement can help someone feel brave.

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What is Giraffes Can't Dance about?

Gerald the giraffe longs to dance, but his legs are too lanky and his knees are too knobbly – or so everyone says! When the jungle animals laugh at him during the annual Jungle Dance, Gerald feels left out. But with a little encouragement and a new tune, Gerald discovers that everyone can dance to their own rhythm. This heart-warming story celebrates being yourself and finding confidence in your uniqueness.

About the author

Giles Andreae is a much-loved British author who writes fun and cheerful books for children. He is best known for 'Giraffes Can’t Dance', a story about believing in yourself. Giles’s books are full of rhyme, laughter, and friendly characters, making reading an adventure for everyone.

Discussion ideas around Giraffes Can't Dance

Being yourself: What makes Gerald’s dancing special, and what can we learn from the way he discovers his own style?

Unkind words: How do the other animals’ words affect Gerald, and what could they have done differently?

Finding confidence: What helps Gerald feel ready to try again after he feels upset?

Music and movement: What kind of music makes you want to move, and how might your dancing be different from someone else’s?

Including others: How could the animals make their Jungle Dance welcoming for everyone?