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himissjulie's review against another edition
It's no Penguin Problems, but it is cute. The giraffe only has one problem--his long neck--and many attempted solutions.
It's fine.
It's fine.
abookishaffair's review against another edition
5.0
Like Nora Ephron, Cyrus the giraffe feels bad about his neck. Yeah, he's a giraffe but he wants nothing to do with his super long neck. When he meets a new little friend in the form of a turtle, Cyrus realizes that having a super long neck is actually quite a good thing. This is a sweet story about how friends bring out the best of us and how important self-acceptance is.
As many of you know, I have toddler twins and thank goodness, they love books! Story time is a big deal in our house and this is such a perfect book. Between the good messages, the sweet friendship, and the great illustrations, this book has quickly become a bedtime story favorite in our household. There is always something more to talk about when reading the book and it's become a great jumping off point for having age appropriate discussions about self-acceptance and being a good friend.
This is a wonderful story and it got thumbs up from my whole family!
As many of you know, I have toddler twins and thank goodness, they love books! Story time is a big deal in our house and this is such a perfect book. Between the good messages, the sweet friendship, and the great illustrations, this book has quickly become a bedtime story favorite in our household. There is always something more to talk about when reading the book and it's become a great jumping off point for having age appropriate discussions about self-acceptance and being a good friend.
This is a wonderful story and it got thumbs up from my whole family!
tashrow's review against another edition
5.0
Edward the giraffe hates his long neck. It’s ridiculously long and bendy. There’s no other animal with a neck like his and he just wishes it was more normal. He has tried hiding his neck under scarves and bushes, high water and trees, but nothing works. All of the other animals just stare at him, noticing his neck all of the time. Then one evening, Edward meets Cyrus, a turtle. Cyrus loves Edward’s long bendy neck and asks for Edward’s help in fetching a high banana from a tree. The two end up praising each other’s necks and figuring out that a different perspective is very helpful, particularly if bow ties are involved.
From the team that created Penguin Problems, this picture book has a great mix of humor and empathy. The writing is pitch perfect, told in the voices of Edward and Cyrus directly. Edward’s worries about his neck are presented in a conversational tone that begs to be shared aloud. Cyrus’ voice is entirely different, offering lengthy monologues about bananas but then shifting to become conversational too.
Smith’s art is textural with graphical elements that are compelling. The characters stand out strongly against the light background that hints at bright sun. Visual humor adds to the silliness of the book, creating just the right balance. The book uses different page turns and perspectives that make for a dynamic read.
A great read-aloud pick for any stories about self-esteem or giraffes. Appropriate for ages 3-5.
From the team that created Penguin Problems, this picture book has a great mix of humor and empathy. The writing is pitch perfect, told in the voices of Edward and Cyrus directly. Edward’s worries about his neck are presented in a conversational tone that begs to be shared aloud. Cyrus’ voice is entirely different, offering lengthy monologues about bananas but then shifting to become conversational too.
Smith’s art is textural with graphical elements that are compelling. The characters stand out strongly against the light background that hints at bright sun. Visual humor adds to the silliness of the book, creating just the right balance. The book uses different page turns and perspectives that make for a dynamic read.
A great read-aloud pick for any stories about self-esteem or giraffes. Appropriate for ages 3-5.
debnanceatreaderbuzz's review against another edition
4.0
Giraffe doesn’t feel good about his neck. He is deeply self-conscious and deeply unhappy until he meets a turtle who admires Giraffe’s neck and convinces Giraffe that his neck is an asset.
The charm of this book is in the delightful illustrations that s-t-r-e-t-c-h across the page and in the silly conversations of the characters in the story.
The charm of this book is in the delightful illustrations that s-t-r-e-t-c-h across the page and in the silly conversations of the characters in the story.
tinkeringlibrarian's review against another edition
4.0
This is a really stellar, longer picture book about a giraffe who hates standing out and looking so different from everyone else. His self-esteem issues are explained in fresh, modern language. Giraffe eventually learns that while he'll always be different, everyone else has aspects of their body that frustrate them sometimes, and his neck can be a real asset because of what it lets him do! A great body positivity book that helps kiddos focus on what their amazing bodies let them do, rather than on what they look like.
woodson's review against another edition
5.0
I love the Jory John/Lane Smith combo. Like Penguin Problems, this is a message for EVERYONE! Anxiety and self doubt are real, but look within, and trust others who see you for you. Awww good lessons!
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