Rabbits Books

My little granddaughter loves this book and asks for it to be read to her over and over again. She has not gone camping yet, but is very interested in the idea. She was delighted to see fireflies after hearing about them in this story.

My daughter, 2 and a half, loves this book. She didn't know what firflies were. After reading it, we had to stay up after dark and go search for fireflies. She acts out the story in our livingroom-- afraid to go camping, spending the night outside and then discovering the outdoor nightlights. Very sweet. And I like the way Matthew gives voice to his feelings by speaking through his stuffed rabbit.

My girls (2 and 5) just adore this book. It seems to be the one book that they can agree on when the older one wants a "big girl" book. They both pretend that they are Matthew and that Tall Rabbit is their favorite stuffed animal - and at the end when Matthew is cuddled up with tall rabbit they both say "awww." This is a beautifully written, warm story that you'll come back to again and again.

A book to return to again and again: Susan Meyer's warm and beautifully written story is brought lovingly to life by Amy Huntington's often humorous illustrations. I hope there will be more stories about Matthew and the long-eared stuffed rabbit who shares his hopes and fears.

Adorable story and illustrations. Children and parents will connect with with the special bond Matthew has with Tall Rabbit.

I love this book! It is a sweet story with enchanting pictures. I have used it to review color words with my young students.

I had never even heard of this book until I stumbled upon it at the library. This book can be only be described by plucking a word right from the title and thats "LOVELY". My daughter could not get enough of it! The conversations between Mr. Rabbit and the little girl are simply so realistic I'm almost shocked cause I found myself wrapped up in it as well. It is too cute! The only negative observation I have is my daughter found Mr. Rabbit a little creepy but Maurice Sendak has a slight darkness to him so maybe thats it. Don't let that stop you from buying this though!

I had originally given this book a 4 star review, but in hindsight, I think it deserves 5. (The site wouldn't allow me to edit my star rating- sorry). This is a book that I would like to have discovered earlier, but my four year old boy enjoys it anyway, and I would gladly add it to our family library. A 2 or 3 year-old would easily appreciate this story as well. Both the author and illustrator are accomplished and well respected, and the proof is in reading it to a child. Children love the idea that they can converse with the animals, and Mr. Rabbit and The Lovely Present all but makes it seem possible to the reader. A valuable life lesson is well taken from a well meaning and sympathetic rabbit, in a young girl's search for great gift ideas for her mother. A tiny bit redundant from a grown-up's point of view, but the audience gets the bigger vote (children love repetitive stories and gain much from them). I'm hoping that demand will bring this book back to the printers for the next generation of readers, Especially considering the copyright date (1962). Judging from the illustrations, I would have placed it somewhere in the early 30's 40's. This book must have been very popular in the sixties with parents looking for wholesome stories and rich, high quality artwork for their children.

I received this book today and am so pleased that I bought it because it's a stunning book. It's a lovely little tale (already explained by other reviewers!) that contains subtle repetition for early readers and would be great for teaching colours to a younger child. The illustrations are lovely and have a 1960s feel about them - subtle but intricately drawn and enhance the text perfectly (they don't look anything like the illustrations of We're The Wild Things are but are equally as fantastic!). I think you'd be really hardpressed to find anything faults with this book - a totally charming must have classic for your children's library - don't pass this one up. It's one of those books that totally enchants you the very first time you read it.

As a student at West Virginia State College I was required to view a Calecott honor award winning book. I chose this book because of the beautiful illustrations. A little girl asks the assistance of Mr. Rabbit in deciding what to get her mother for her birthday. Mr. Rabbit suggests some rather foolish gift for each of the colors the little girl says her mother likes. He suggests such things as a red roof and a blue lake. Each time he also suggest a fruit of that color. The little girls says her mother likes that fruit but she needs something else. After they go though a few colors the little girl relizes she could make a fruit basket. Mr. Rabbit says he has a basket.

This is a beautiful and touching story. By the way, this book was originally written in Portuguese, the author is part of the Brazilian Academy of Letters. This story was inspired by her baby daughter, whose skin was actually very white but different from her brothers who had darker skin and loved her very much. This story shows that skin color doesn't matter and we can love one another despite of our differences in any level.

My daughter is African and Mexican American, so we love books that celebrate African/Latin heritage and this does it beautifully. The illustrations and the rythm of the writing are so well matched. This is one of our favorites.

This book is great. The illustrations are awesome and the story is beautiful. I bought it to read to my foster children. It's basically about a white rabbit who meets a young black girl and wants to know what he can do to be black and beautiful like her.

A very sweet story.. beautifully illustrated! As a bilingual mom of a 5 month-old baby, I enjoyed reading this book. Although the title suggest a book in Spanish, it's actually beautifully written in English.

A beautiful, dark-skinned little girl who lives near the seaside is the inspiration for this utterly charming tale about differences and the acceptance of others. Nina Bonita has "eyes like two shiny black olives", hair that is pitch black and curly and skin that is "dark and glossy like a panther in the rain". When her mother arranges her hair into tiny braids, she looks like a princess of Africa or "a fairy from the Kingdom of the Moon".

One day a white rabbit, with pink ears and dark red eyes, inquires, "What is your secret? What makes your skin so dark and pretty?" Since she doesn't know what to say, Nina Bonita answers that when she was a baby, black ink spilled on her. The rabbit pours ink all over himself and, sure enough, he is black... for a while. Then the rain washes all the ink away. Nina says, "I drank lots of hot coffee" and the rabbit drinks so much coffee that he can't go to sleep, but he doesn't turn black; "I ate lots of blackberries", so he does, but he doesn't turn black, although he does get a terrible stomach ache. The rabbit is very discouraged, at a loss of an explanation until Nina Bonita's mother exclaims, "She looks just like her grandmother!"

The riddle is solved! The rabbit suddenly understands that if he marries a black rabbit, they will have bunnies in all shades of black, white and gray. And that's exactly what happens, baby bunnies in every shade. The softly-colored illustrations of Nina's seaside life reflect the subtle nuances of a tale of color and differences, imaginatively written with great wisdom, a simple lesson about acceptance. Luan Gaines/2006.

I agree this is one of the best books for children (and adults!) that I have come across in a long time. I love the message in it - we are all inherently worthy of great respect, and should treat each other accordingly.

I don't know what book the person who didn't like this was reading, but it certainly wasn't "The Princess and the Moon." I love it and highly recommend it!

This wonderful little children's book, beautifully illustrated by the great Brian Wildsmith, is on of the best children's books I have ever read. If you are lucky, you will be able to find copies of it (...). I have bought many copies, as many as I can find, to give to my relatives and my children's friends.

To me, the story of the Princess and the Moon is about a little girl who has low self-esteem, who never thinks she's good enough, who doesn't think her parents are good enough, who complains and criticizes others out of her own insecurities. Then, one night, the mystical rabbit from the moon appears at her window to sweep her away to a place where everyone she sees is royal. She even sees herself and her parents, all wearing crowns on their heads and smiling, happy and compassionate, never disparaging anyone.

She doesn't believe this could really be her or her parents, but the mystical rabbit assures her that this is the reflection of their true identity. That in the reflection of the moon, everyone is actually a prince and princess in their own right and, as such, can live with confidence, grace, warmth and tenderness towards others.

The little girl is afraid, however, that when she is back on Earth, without the reflection of the moon, when everyone's crowns disappear, it will be hard to remember this lesson, hard to behave differently. The mystic rabbit assures her there will be no need to worry, that as long as she holds this truth close to her heart she will be confident and happy no matter how others behave, and will eventually show them that they, too, can be kind and happy and live like princes and princesses in their own right.

An excellent book for children and adults. It's a beautiful well told story about a little girl who turns from mean and bad tempered to sweet and happy. The moon rabbit shows her how to do this. The moral of this story reminds us all how we should really treat one another. Everyone should read this book at least once a year. If I could find more copies I would buy one for every child I know.

I have donated this book and others by Dr. Ikeda to my school's library. The illustrations by Brian Wildsmith are outstanding. The entire book itself is a work of art.

Wonderful retelling of Cherokee story handed down through the oral retelling of old stories by the grandmothers of the tribe.

I am a former fifth grade instructor, a National Board Certified Teacher, and a college professor in Teacher Preparation. I highly recommend the Grandmother Stories series to elementary and early childhood instructors and parents who are homeschooling their children. The books have appropriate vocabulary and tell stories that explain nature in a creative manner. I learned several things I did not know about nature and its interactions from these books. Children love to have the books read to them and to read them to themselves. Duvall and Jacobs are a wonderful creative force as they merge their talents to produce books that will be enjoyed for generations to come.

This review appeared in Roundup Magazine, Oct. 2004. A children's picture book that recounts Cherokee historian and storyteller Duvall's latest rabbit tale. Volume 4 of the University's "Grandmother Stories," Rabbit and the Bears tells the story of Rabbit accompanying his friend, Yona the Bear, to the Mulberry Place in the Smoky Mountains where Yona participates in the bears' ceremonial dances every autumn. Rabbit sees a bear with an arrow in his shoulder running from a hunter. Yona and Rabbit follow the wounded bear to the Magic Lake, Ata-Gahi, where the injured bear is healed. Rabbit wishes to know more about bear medicine, but Yona teaches him many other things...a wonderful story suited for the very young as well as elementary school children.

The Grandmother Stories are eloquent, beautifully illustrated tales that recapture the imagination of Native America. Deborah Duvall and Murv Jacob have done a brilliant job of revisiting the mythic world of Rabbit, Bear and Otter and introducing them to a contemporary audience. These characters are timeless, as are their stories, and readers of all ages will delight in their antics and unique insights. (...)

Takes the reader into a magical world where real problems are solved in the ancient way by teaching examples of timeless characters, such as Rabbit and Bear. Based on Cherokee legend and tradition, the prose and the artwork are subtle and refined enough for adults but also intriguing to children. I'm sending all four of the books now available to all of my grandchildren, knowing that not only will the kids enjoy them but their parents as well. It's a pleasure to be able to recommend something new in the world of children's books that is so fun and worthwhile.

Love this book. I bought it after discovering Grandfather Twilight. I wanted to buy everything she'd written after reading this book. Thunder Bunny is a very sweet and gentle story about a girl bunny. I highly recommend it, my daughter loves it.

Babara Helen Berger, author of the beloved GRANDFATHER TWILIGHT, A LOT OF OTTERS,ALL THE WAY TO LHASA and five other picture books, has done it again. This simply told story of a small blue bunny is a celebration of adventure, courage and discovery. After her journey into the dark storm clouds, Thunder Bunny recognizes that she is part of the blue "that is always there, no matter what." And, it is, oh, so satisfying that this change in her is lovingly appreciated by her entire family. Using a technique of cut and torn paper refined with acrylic, the illustrations of this amazing bunny and her vividly colored world surrounds the reader with warmth, beauty and a sense of wonder. Lovely!

Thunder Bunny is a big hit with my 2 1/2-year-old granddaughter. The illustrations are beautiful, and the story is sweet and imaginative. We had fun imitating the rumbling of the thunder together!

Like all of Ms Berger's books, the illustrations are exquisite, gentle and enthralling to children and adults of any age. This lovely book is about an awareness that each of us experience being different, and yet prevailing, in a sometimes harsh world, through trial and persistence to an understanding that we are fine because we can identify with the unseen and unspoken sacredness in all life. Thunder Bunny knew she came from the sky - even if her siblings did not - "I am the blue, and the blue is me!" Her inner strength guided her with courage and purpose.
When Thunder Bunny's Mama looks at her, completely without judgment, and says "Oh My" - she recognizes something precious here, as we do with all our children.
My 3 ½ year old grandson and I read this book over and over during a recent visit... he loved it as much as I did!

In the first place, the age suggested for this book is wrong. It should be 2-15 years, being a perfect read-aloud for very small children - "I am a rumble bunny ... a Thun-Thun -THUNDER Bunny!" - and the kind of book that older children take out and look at reminiscently in secret for its lovely inspiration.
Berger's brief stories and pictures follow the direct line of children's associations, which makes them seem skewed to adult minds complicated by much data. If the smallest bunny in a toast-colored litter "came out of the blue" and is blue, it is a logical progression for her to be The Blue, as little Thunder Bunny discovers, to her glowing delight.
The illustrations are a departure for Berger, being mainly torn paper collage, with a little paint as appropriate here and there, instead of the watercolors and acrylics of her earlier books. The effect is as fresh and original as the story itself, entirely charming.

This is a great resource for anyone considering owning or one who owns a guinea pig. It was very helpful for us. We learned about bathing our guinea and cutting her nails and so much more. Great for 4H Cavy project.

This book has everything about Guinea pigs!!!!! It's really great

This book is great and give lots of great info on how to take care of your guinea pig.

This is a wonderful resource book for new AND experienced guinea pig owners, fanciers and breeders. The information is easy to find, easy to read and yet comprehensive.

The book is very useful for any guinea pig owners. There is a section on how to groom long-hired species. The most useful part is the section on illnesses and what to do in the event of the illness. Very Helpful!

Three bunnies do NOT want to go to sleep--they'd rather play trains, trombones, and tricks, but eventually they wear themselves out and follow their parents' lead into dreamland. The beginning endplate is in vibrant color, a view of their home, and the final endplate is black and white, reminiscent of Goodnight Moon's alternating black and white/color, and the bunnies may indeed be great grand children of that one bunny in the great green room those many years ago.

My three-year-old daughter and I read this book for the first time in the children's section of the library. Early on, she started laughing. Before the book had finished, she was laughing so hard that I had to tell her to try to be more quiet. She loved it!

Bright colourful pictures, cute story line about 3 rambunctious bunnies and their parents who are always telling them 'good night, good night, sleep tight!'.
The text is great for a preschoolers - not too text heavy, but substantial enough to be a great learning tool, vocab. development...alot of 'sound' words, which toddlers enjoy.

Our one year old daughter loves this book! We read it every night before she goes to bed. She gets so excited when we turn the page to find the bunnies are still not in their beds!

My toddler loves this book -- we've checked it out from the library 3 times now, & I'll have to buy it soon. Listening to him repeat the sounds the bunnies make, or identify what mischief they're up to each time, is too precious for words. And I have no clue where the "too long" shot came from in the editorial review above. It's just the right length to help wind down into sleepytime.

The illustrations are precious, it must be added. I think this book will become a bedtime "classic."

I read this to our son, sadly, after he "out grew" these books, they were passed on. Happily, after searching all over I found these treasures on Amazon and now have a new collection for our beautiful grand daughter to enjoy.

Adorable, beautiful, old-fashioned book. I had this book as a child and my son enjoys it as much as I did. Perfect for an Easter basket!!

Richard Scarry has to be one of the best illustrators of childrens' books. I want to live in that world. My three-year-old asks for this story almost every day.

This lovely story is about a bunny family who take turns guessing what the baby bunny might want to be when he grows up. Moving through a range of immediate and extended family members including Mum, Dad, brother, sister, Aunt, Uncle, Grandad, Grandma and cousins this is a great way to introduce concept of family and provide a talking point about family ties. The book also moves through a range of careers and ending with one of the most important jobs of all.. being a parent.

My mom used to read this book to me ALL the time, and then we would talk about what she thought HER "baby bunny" would be. I'm now 27, and she still refers to me as "the baby bunny" because of this book. I am a 1st grade teacher, and today I got a good evaluation, and mom said, "Well, it sounds like the baby bunny has grown up to be a great teacher!"

If you have a question about whether or not you need to great all the Max and Ruby books, don't hesitate to snap them up. These are the ones for buying, go get those other books at the library. This one is counting themed but not in any lame way. Max still wins and Ruby kind of does too and Grandma is still happy with everything.

That's what you need to know. Go buy now.

I have four young children. We love all the Max and Ruby books but this is one of favorites. Max's determination to invite his "friends" to Grandma's party is hilarious.

These are such cute books! They reinforce in a simple form the relationship of siblings. My daughter loves these two characters with sassy personalities. I reccomend the board books for the little ones.

Max and Ruby are my new favorite book characters in books for younger children. My kindergarten students love the short text, colorful illustrations, and of course, mischievous little Max. After reading the Easter book "Max's Chocolate Chicken" all Fall and Winter, I'm finally getting them some more Max books!

In "Bunny Party", Max's older sister Ruby, throws a party for their Grandma. Ruby's guest list includes her "Rapunzel", "Mr. and Mrs. Quack" and the "Tooth Fairy", but leaves no room for Max's favorite toys. Sneaky Max finds his own way to crash the party with his "Jellyball Shooter Spider" and several other guests.

I love Ruby because she is such a girl in the toys that she owns and in the type of party that she plans for Grandma. I love Max because he is such a boy in the toys that he owns and in the way he wants to be included in his older sister's party plans. And I love Rosemary Wells for creating characters that children will want to see to over and over again in stories that adults can also appreciate and enjoy.

I am rating this a 5-star book from the kids point of view. Kids just love the story, memorizing the names of all the toys that attend the bunny party, etc... My kids (a 4 year old boy and a 1.5 year old girl) drag out stuffed toys and a teaset at least three times a week to have a bunny party of their own.

If you buy this book, you will have to read it a gazillion times. From the parent's viewpoint, it's not the greatest book that you'll ever read a gazillion times to your kids, but it's way better than one of the books that you dread when they say, "Can we read it again tonight?" And hey, it's not our opinion that counts anyway, right?