Rocket the Space Giraffe

Join Rocket the Space Giraffe and her best friend Cosmo (a ring-tailed lemur!) as they blast off in their rocket ship and explore the moon and stars. Along the way, they not only have fun, but they also learn that dreams really can come true!

Inspired by a real giraffe named Rocket at the Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville, Texas, this children's rhyming picture book with its beautiful illustrations will take children on a space adventure that will remind them to never give up on their dreams. As a special bonus, the book takes the reader behind the scenes to meet the real Rocket at the Zoo. Get to know Rocket, her family, and her favorite things to do!

The book also includes photos and information, including conservation, about giraffes and lemurs, which will help children learn more about these fascinating animals.

Suzanne Schwarz Shepard is the Past President of the Valley Zoological Society for Gladys Porter Zoo. She received a law degree from Baylor Law School and an LL.M. in International and Comparative Law from Georgetown Law Center. She lives in Harlingen, Texas with her husband Stephen, her mom Linda, five dogs, three cats, and three donkeys. Her hope is that this book shares her love and affection for Rocket and the Gladys Porter Zoo and also highlights the importance of wildlife conservation.