Everyone can identify the giraffe with its distinctive tall figure and colorful spots, but how much do we actually know about this strange-looking animal? What did it evolve from and is there any other animal like it on Earth? What are ossicones and what do people mean when they say giraffes are "necking?" Why is the giraffe considered an endangered species when there are so many?

The young adult literary non-fiction book explores these questions and more. The giraffe is a fascinating and surprising animal; one you will love even more when you get to know it. Illustrations in colored pencil. Written and illustrated by award-winning author Linda L. Rigsbee, this book is both entertaining and educational.