Common Sense Note
Parents need to know that kids will be intrigued by the details of rabbit life, conveyed in rich, descriptive text with realistic illustrations. The concept of reproduction is handled in a sensitive manner by giving the fundamentals with a minimum of detail and by using subtle illustrations.
Families can talk about rabbits as animals instead of cuddly toys or pets. How do thick fur and large litters help them survive? What else helps them live in the wild? Should you ever approach a wild animal? What's the difference between a wild rabbit and one at the pet store?
Common Sense Review
Reviewed By: Sally Snyder
Part of the Animal Lives series, this title explains the life cycle of the European rabbit in simple terms. Basic information is given on the social aspects of rabbit life, as well as about mating and raising a litter. The concept of reproduction is handled in a sensitive manner by giving the fundamentals with a minimum of detail and by using subtle illustrations (the two rabbits appear to be kissing). A bit of information sure to bring a "yuck" from the listener is that rabbits eat their droppings.
The realistic illustrations have a soft touch, making the rabbits appear gentle and cuddly. The field that is their home is peaceful, green, and inviting. Children will be intrigued by the cutaway view of the inside of a rabbit warren. One full-page illustration and a smaller picture on the facing page is the usual format of the book.
From The Book
By the time they are three weeks old, it is getting crowded in the nest, and the growing brood is ready to investigate the world above ground. The doe stands guard as the five young rabbits timidly peek out of the burrow for the first time, then hop, one by one, into the sweet, fresh air.
Plot Summary:
Out at dusk to eat in the field, watching for foxes and other predators, racing to the warren if there is danger -- this is the life of a rabbit. Children will be attracted to the cuddly looking rabbits in this beautifully illustrated and well-written description of rabbit life.
Related Books:
Rabbits and Raindrops, by Jim Arnosky, tells the story of a litter of rabbits seeing the world for the first time. Gail Gibbons has written Rabbits, Rabbits, and More Rabbits, which briefly discusses wild and tame rabbits and how to care for pets.
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