“Mama Giraffe Has Had It WAAAAAYYY Up There!” by Rebecca Waidelich

About “Mama Giraffe Has Had It WAAAAAYYY Up There!” by Rebecca Waidelich

Ida needs to get away from her mama—that much is clear! There’s no way Mama Giraffe still loves her; otherwise, she wouldn’t have yelled so loudly at her little giraffe child this morning.
On her journey to find out why Mama sometimes gets so loud, Ida meets many jungle friends. The monkeys scream in fear, the lion roars in pain, and the crocodile cries so loudly because it’s utterly heartbroken.
In the end, Ida uncovers the surprising reason her mama sometimes raises her voice. More importantly, she learns that no matter what, she is deeply loved.

A lovingly illustrated children’s book about yelling, forgiveness, and unconditional love—with a powerful message for the whole family.

What does it feel like when Mom or Dad suddenly gets loud? Mama Giraffe Has Had It WAAAAAYYY Up There! tells the heartfelt story of little Ida, who, after a fight, believes her mama doesn’t love her anymore. Hurt and sad, she sets off on a journey through the jungle, meeting various animals along the way. Each of them gets loud for a different reason: the monkey dad screams out of fear, the lion roars in pain, and the crocodile cries from sadness.
Step by step, Ida begins to understand that behind every loud voice, there’s a different emotion. Most importantly, she discovers that she is always loved and valuable—no matter what.

What Children Learn from This Book:
Why parents sometimes get loud: Without justifying yelling, this book shows that even adults can make mistakes and struggle to control their emotions.
The importance of apologizing and forgiveness: It highlights how vital it is to talk about feelings after an argument and find your way back to each other.
Healthy emotional expression: Children learn that bottled-up emotions need a healthy outlet—and running away from problems isn’t the solution.
Self-worth and love: Kids are reminded that they are always loved and valuable, even in tough moments.
The detailed, charming illustrations transport readers to a colorful animal world full of discoveries. Mama Giraffe Has Had It WAAAAAYYY Up There! is not just an exciting adventure but also a wonderful tool to talk with children about yelling and the emotions behind it.

Ideal for families who value understanding and non-violent communication.

Developed by educators, this book is a valuable companion to parenting guides that address conflict and discipline. It helps parents connect with their children’s emotions, building trust, reconciliation, and the secure feeling of being unconditionally loved.

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Author Bio:
Rebecca Waidelich is a passionate teacher and mom. She lives in the Black Forest Germany with her husband, her three wonderful children, some chickens, and a cat. She loves exciting and touching stories as much as she loves nature. As a mother, she knows that everyday life with children does not always go smoothly, and that it is important to apologize and forgive each other.