Gabby the Giraffe: Goes to School

Gabby the Giraffe will capture your heart and soul. Her experiences are very relatable to children of all ages who have encountered conflict and challenges of being different. Gabby's story focuses on the importance of inclusivity and how to have acceptance for everyone despite our differences.

Gabby is super-duper excited to be starting kindergarten with her best friend Lennie. They have been talking about it all summer long, from planning their walk to school to wearing their new flashy shoes.
The morning of the first day of school is finally here and Gabby is more than ready to go! The two friends enthusiastically plan all the games and activities they will get to experience along with all the new friends they will make.

Once Gabby arrives to Rolling Hills Elementary School, she eagerly runs into the yard to check out all the fun areas to play.
Quickly, Gabby realizes how being so different to the other students may be a problem at her new school. One student in particular has centered out Gabby making her feel very sad and lonely.

Through expressing her emotions and feelings to a loved one, Gabby is willing to keep trying and be brave the next day.
Join Gabby in her journey of acceptance and learn how she copes with making new friends and standing up for herself. Perfect story for social emotional learning!