The White Giraffe facts for kids
First edition cover
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| Author | Lauren St John |
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| Original title | The Kudu Clan |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Series | African Adventures |
| Subject | Caring about animals |
| Genre | Fictional |
| Publisher | Orion Children's Books |
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Publication date
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1 August 2006 |
| Pages | 192 |
| ISBN | 1-84255-520-0 |
| Followed by | Dolphin Song |
The White Giraffe is an exciting children's novel written by Lauren St John. It was first published in 2006. This book is the first in her popular African Adventures series. It won the 2008 East Sussex Children’s Book Award.
About The White Giraffe
This amazing book tells the story of a girl named Martine. She has to move to an African game reserve. This happens after her parents pass away in a house fire. Martine goes to live with her grandmother in Africa.
The Story's Inspiration
Lauren St. John, the author, chose a giraffe for her story. She always dreamed of riding one. When she was a child, Lauren lived in Zimbabwe, Africa. She even owned several wild animals herself. One of these animals was a giraffe. This personal experience helped her write such a wonderful story.
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