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"The remarkable true story of the world's first giraffologist. At three years old, Anne Dagg saw her first giraffe and never stopped thinking about it. Her desire to study the world's tallest animal followed her from preschool to graduate school, from Canada to South Africa. And often, people laughed at her quest. The scientific study of giraffes was non-existent at the time. And by a woman? Unheard of. But by following her love of giraffes, Dr. Anne...
2) Geraldine
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Struggling to fit in as the only giraffe in a school of children, reluctant newcomer Geraldine meets fellow outcast Cassie and learns how to stand out by being herself, playing by her own rules, and staying true to her new friend.
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Now in Spanish--Penelope Giraffe and Gus Penguin are at home on two different sides of the same world. When something looks upside down to Penelope, it looks right-side up to Gus! As they explore their opposite points of view, will the twosome ever see eye-to-eye? This side-splitting, one-of-kind story will have you standing on your head...which wouldn't look silly to Gus at all.
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Early readers will love learning all about gorillas! This book includes engaging and colorful photographs that connect to simple sentences and exciting sight words, helping young readers learn about gorillas while building confidence in their reading skills. Each book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Teacher's Guide available.
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In this book, early readers are introduced to giraffes! Using engaging and colorful photographs, simple text to build confidence, and exciting sight words, young readers will enjoy learning about giraffes in nature while practicing their reading skills. Each book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension.
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Okapis look like a cross between a zebra and a giraffe. They are shy forest dwellers rarely seen by people. Discover more about the mysterious okapi in All About African Okapis, one of 18 books in our Animals Around the World series. Each title is beautifully illustrated with large, close-up photographs. Be sure to check out all 18!
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This title explores the life of a giraffe from birth to adulthood. The title will show readers what baby giraffes like to eat, how long they rely on their mothers, and at what ages they start learning new things. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersion school educators.
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Imagine a world where the unlikeliest of characters become friends. Imagine them welcoming a total stranger into their company. Imagine them learning unlikely skills with varying degrees of success to help their new companion to adjust to his new surroundings. This is what happens when young Sante the giraffe finds himself all alone and is befriended by the Gravy Gang.
11) Giraffe
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Giraffes are the tallest animals on land. They can grow to be 18 feet (5.5 meters) tall and
weigh as much as 2,800 pounds (1,270 kilograms). Find out more in Giraffe, one of the titles in the Animals of Africa series.
13) Go Wild Giraffes
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Go Wild! Come on a photo safari and learn all about Giraffes. This book has lots of great photos. This book has great facts you can learn. You will love to read the Go Wild books over and over again.
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This story is a delightful dialogue between a young girl and her father that searches for an answer to the title question, 'what noise does a giraffe make?' The discussion recounts various sounds of animals of which children may be familiar, but draws a blank for giraffes. It is both educational and probing in its simplicity and a conversation that will continue beyond the story.
15) A Tall Tale
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Have you ever wondered what life is like for a giraffe? Readers will learn how giraffes eat, drink, and move, and how these gentle giants are able to survive in Africa's wild savannas.
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Bobert and Olim are inspired to explore the world after Mama tells them a bedtime story about a magical place where the land meets the sea. The young giraffes are fascinated and decide to find this place that Mama calls Ocean. But how exactly are giraffes supposed to get around, when all of the vehicles are just too small?
The journey was long, and they encountered many unexpected challenges. Just when the boys were about to give up, they were...
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This is a story about Billy Bob, a very, very happy little boy. It was the dawn of a bright and beautiful day in the small and sleepy town of Porterville, and little Billy Bob was just waking up from a wonderful night's sleep. He dreamed of the special toys he had just received. He dreamed about the many fun activities at his school, and he dreamed about his many, many good friends. Billy Bob was also very happy because he lived in a beautiful home....
19) Cardinals
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Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of cardinals.
20) Giraffe Calves
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Read about how giraffe calves grow to be the tallest animal on land and how zookeepers take care of them. This level 3 guided reader book includes intriguing facts and adorable photos. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about how these baby animals learn and grow, what they eat, and how they socialize with each other. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, sidebars, and word list...
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