Giraffe Goes to the Doctor - Experiences Matter - Sue Graves

A comforting and reassuring story to help young children understand what happens at a doctor’s visit.

When Giraffe wakes up feeling unwell with a hot head and a sore throat, Mum says it's time to visit the doctor. Giraffe feels nervous and unsure, but with the doctor’s gentle approach and Mum's support, the experience turns out to be much better than she expected. Soon, Giraffe is on the mend!

This simple, relatable tale helps little ones prepare for doctor visits and gives adults tools to talk through health-related worries in a safe, friendly way.

Why we — and schools — recommend it:

• Supports emotional preparation for real-life experiences like medical visits.
• Builds vocabulary around health, feelings, and self-care.
• Perfect for home or classroom settings to support children’s social-emotional learning.

Also in the Experiences Matter series:

• Rhino Makes a Friend
• Elephant Has a Brother
• Panda Feels Jealous

Each book includes notes and activity suggestions to encourage meaningful conversations between children, parents, and educators.