Jeffrey is a nervous giraffe due to a terrible storm on the day of his birth. He remembers that day and is frightened of any kind of noise or unexpected things happening to him. His mother tells him that he is stronger than he thinks.One day Jeffrey meets another giraffe who needs his help. Read this story in rhyme and find out what important lesson Jeffrey learns when he thinks of others before himself. Mrs.D.5.0 out of 5 stars An Important Lesson Is Learned!Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2018Format: Kindle EditionJeffrey is a scared little giraffe who worries too much. Afraid of his own shadow, he clings to his mother. But smart Mama taught him a little trick: a poem he could say when he was frightened. It did not help until one day, something unpredictable happened. It changed Jeffrey's attitude and provided the solution that the little giraffe needed. I must admit, I love Janice Spina's books, and I am sure children love them too. In this particular book, children will learn how to solve problems and find solutions. Through the strong narrative, the author conveys a great message to young kids, teaching them how to overcome their insecurity and self-doubts, while building self-esteem and self-confidence. It is a great reminder that there is no limit to improving yourself, and that it always pays to be kind and sensitive to the needs of others. Children will relate to the simple illustrations done in a child-friendly manner, created by John Spina. They complement Janice's story, which flows easily and effortlessly. Sarah Reviews5.0 out of 5 stars A self-confidence boost for kids!Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2017Format: Kindle EditionMs. Janice Spina, a prolific writer of children's books as well as books for young adults and adults, does it again. In "Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe", she created a lovely character, through whom she imparts a wonderful message to young kids and teaches them how to overcome self-limiting jitters and reminds them of the reward inherent in being kind to others. Lovely illustrations by John Spina. Great husband and wife teamwork This book is dedicated to a little boy named Jeffrey as requested by his grandmother. I met this grandmother at a book signing about two years ago. I unfortunately do not have her name and hope she will see this book and contact me. Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina is an award-winning author with sixteen published books. She has been writing since she was nine years old. Janice always dreamed of being an author but did not realize this dream until after she had retired from an administrative secretarial position in a school system. In 2013 she published two children's books, three children's books in 2014 and one novel, and four books in 2015, four books in 2016 and two books so far in 2017. Book 5 of the Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series along with a new edition of Hunting Mariah and its sequel will be coming in 2017. Janice's children's book, Lamby the Lonely Lamb, won a Silver Medal from Mom's Choice Awards, Davey & Derek Books 1-3 each won Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards and Book 1 also won an Honorable Mention from Reader's Favorite Book Awards. Jerry the Crabby Crayfish won a Pinnacle Book Achievement Award. Her goal is to write for all ages and encourage children to read. This encouragement hopefully will cultivate a love of reading in children that will carry throughout their lives. Janice's books range from PS-Grade 3 to 18]. Janice's motto is Reading Can Give You Wings to Fly. Soar with Jemsbooks! Her logo is Jemsbooks - Books for all ages. Janice plans to write more children's books, a middle-grade series for girls, a young adult fantasy series and more novels and children's books over the coming years. As the author says, "There is always another story running around in my head just waiting to be written down."