Teach Your Giraffe to Ski
by Viviane Elbee ill Danni Gowdy
When a task is daunting, you sometimes need a little incentive. Take skiing. It's a sport that requires training and a measure of courage. Meet a boy who is hesitates to try something challenging. Can he step away from his comfy chair and soothing hot chocolate? Giraffe wants to ski and she is not waiting another minute. She's heading out to the slopes. Now. Our young protagonist realizes that without basic instruction this rash impulse portends disaster. Grabbing his skis, he heads out in the snow. He teaches giraffe how to: put on a pair of skis, slow down "the pizza move," speed up "the french fry stance, "and turn "S shape maneuvers." |
Viviane Elbee explores the anxiety associated with attempting something difficult. It’s a story of overcoming one’s fears and being willing to take risks. She injects plenty of humor and whimsy, which prevents the story from becoming a heavy-handed moralistic tale. Grab a copy of Teach Your Giraffe to Ski. Then be brave and try something new. |