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Early Reader Storybooks

The Giraffe Loves to Shop

Paperback·Ages 3–8·English

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About this book

A fun, colorful story about a giraffe with a big love for shopping — and a gentle lesson along the way.

Why families love it

  • Bright and funny
  • Gentle lesson for young readers

Themes

HumorChoicesFun

What this story helps with

"I want that" is a daily negotiation with a small child, and it rarely goes well in the moment. A funny story about wanting things lets you have the conversation somewhere calm, where nobody is standing in a checkout line. Humor matters here: a child who is laughing is not being lectured, and is far more likely to remember the idea.

Questions to ask while you read

  • What is the difference between something you want and something you need?
  • How does it feel when you finally get something you waited for?
  • What is something you already have that you love?
  • How do you decide when you have enough?

Try this together

  • Make two lists together: things we need this week, things we want.
  • Pick one thing to save up for instead of buying today.
  • Choose something to pass on to another family who could use it.

A good moment to reach for it: Before a shopping trip, around birthdays and holidays, or any season when the wants are piling up.

Independent recognition

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From the author

Kimly Hoang-Nakata · Author & Educator

Kimly Hoang-Nakata, M.Ed., is the award-winning author of Achieve Education’s bilingual Vietnamese–English children’s books and the leadership book The Glow. IIBA Author of the Year 2025 Finalist.

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Frequently asked questions

What format does The Giraffe Loves to Shop come in?

The Giraffe Loves to Shop is available as a paperback. Print copies ship from Amazon.

Where can I buy The Giraffe Loves to Shop?

You can buy The Giraffe Loves to Shop on Amazon, with copies shipped directly from the retailer.

What ages is The Giraffe Loves to Shop for, and what does it help with?

The Giraffe Loves to Shop is written for ages 3–8, and works well as a read-aloud. "I want that" is a daily negotiation with a small child, and it rarely goes well in the moment. A funny story about wanting things lets you have the conversation somewhere calm, where nobody is standing in a checkout line. Humor matters here: a child who is laughing is not being lectured, and is far more likely to remember the idea.

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