Don't Laugh, I'm a Giraffe

by The Leaf Munchers

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In 1989, 4th-grade students at Landon School in Bethesda, MD, were challenged to write songs about their favorite animals.

Many students entered the contest, teaming up with their moms and dads to compose songs about monkeys, tigers, snakes -- you name it.

But one song emerged head and shoulders above the rest...in fact, way above, up to the treetops!

Written by 4th-grader Oakley Johnson and his mother, Francie, "Don't Laugh, I'm a Giraffe" took first prize, and the bashful but courageous 4th-grader performed the song in front of the entire school.

Please take a moment to listen to a song that celebrates the creativity youth inspires and a cherished member of the animal kingdom.

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Lyrics and adaptation by Francie Johnson. Artwork by Ines Brito.

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released July 22, 2015
℗ Aardvarkansas Records

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The Leaf Munchers Oakland, California

Have you ever been laughed at just because you have a really long neck or a very black tongue?

If so, you'll understand why a group known as The Leaf Munchers decided enough is enough and booked time at a studio to record an important song with a serious message.

Please take a moment to listen and learn, but under no circumstances should there be any laughing or chuckling of any kind whatsoever! ... more

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