The Gawky Giraffe

Every child who has suffered the pain of feeling different will identify with Gertie, the Gawky Giraffe. Rejected by siblings and friends, Gertie plays alone - until a severe drought threatens the entire herd. As Gertie discovers her purpose in life, the other giraffes learn a valuable lesson about acceptance. Grandfather to eight children, K. K. Corner enjoys writing stories for young readers and has a keen interest in children's literature and education. Mr. Corner is a published author and has been writing children's stories for more than twenty-five years. He and his wife reside in a suburb of Seattle, Washington.Sharon L. Richert was an accomplished artist and children's book illustrator. Her versatility in both media and style lends itself beautifully to the world of imagination and magic.This second edition is produced by Renroc Publishing. The new Kindle version provides a reading experience similar to this version of the print book.