Little Rabbit goes to school
Record details
- ISBN: 1561455741 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9781561455744 (pbk.)
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Physical Description:
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 23 x 27 cm.
print - Edition: 1st U.S. trade pbk. ed.
- Publisher: Atlanta, Ga. : Peachtree, 2011, c2007.
Content descriptions
Summary, etc.: | Little Rabbit takes his favorite toy, Charlie Horse, along for his first day of school and when there is trouble, he blames it all on Charlie. |
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Subject: | First day of school Juvenile fiction Schools Juvenile fiction Behavior Juvenile fiction Rabbits Juvenile fiction Toys Juvenile fiction |
Available copies
- 2 of 2 copies available at Bibliomation.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
Other Formats and Editions
Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Edith Wheeler Memorial Library - Monroe | JE HOR (Text) | 34026122964963 | Juvenile Picture Book | Available | - |
Hall Memorial Library - Ellington | JP HORSE,HARRY (Text) | 34037122984521 | Juvenile Picture Book | Available | - |
BookList Review
Little Rabbit Goes to School
Booklist
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PreS-K. In this charming if somewhat overextended story, Horse revisits an idea from Little Rabbit Lost (2002). Little Rabbit is eager for the first day of school, but he isn't prepared to leave behind his string toy, Charlie Horse. And wouldn't you know it, Charlie Horse acts out in class. Later, when easily distracted Little Rabbit strays during a nature walk (led away by Charlie), it takes some quick thinking and a tune Little Rabbit learned from his teacher to bring an adult to the rescue. The idea of getting lost at school isn't likely to reassure children already nervous about their first day, but Horse balances the uncomfortable concept with an easy-to-grasp message about paying attention and some winning artwork. Diminutive rabbits scamper across the pages in full spreads and spot art, with Little Rabbit easily distinguishable by his blue bunny suit. Kids may feel wiggly enough to act like Charlie Horse, but some will take their cue from Little Rabbit, who concludes that mischief has no place in school. --Stephanie Zvirin Copyright 2004 Booklist
Publishers Weekly Review
Little Rabbit Goes to School
Publishers Weekly
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The beguiling bunny introduced in Little Rabbit Lost here heads to the schoolhouse, leaping out of bed on the first day of class with abundant enthusiasm: " `Now we are big,' said Little Rabbit proudly. `We are going to school.' " He insists on bringing his special toy, Charlie Horse, whom he has gussied up with a red ribbon, and bounds off to the schoolhouse through a charmingly imagined forest of giant trees, thistles and mushrooms. But Charlie Horse soon shows a penchant for mischief, interrupting storytime by galloping across the teacher's shoes and diving into a bowl of cake batter. At recess, Little Rabbit won't share him with the other kids ("Charlie Horse does not want to play with you"). The author lets young readers decide whether Charlie Horse is the naughty one or if Little Rabbit is pulling the strings, acting out in response to a scary new situation (though he offers a sly hint with "Miss Morag let Charlie Horse rest on her desk while Little Rabbit painted a picture"). Whoever the culprit, youngsters just starting school will find Little Rabbit's ups and downs highly familiar as he navigates a rocky first day, perpetually in motion, adorable in his trademark ear-shaped cap and red raincoat. In the end, Little Rabbit triumphs over the day's dramas and decides Charlie Horse should stay at home a decision that children will relate to as they, too, begin to discover the delights of independence. Ages 2-6. (Sept.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved
The Horn Book Review
Little Rabbit Goes to School
The Horn Book
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Little Rabbit blames Charlie Horse, his stuffed toy, for all the mischief that occurs on his first day of school. Empowered by making friends and by assisting in his own rescue after he gets lost, Little Rabbit decides that he will start leaving Charlie Horse at home. Readers will empathize with Little Rabbit's need for a security object while they enjoy the detailed, rabbit-filled illustrations. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.
Kirkus Review
Little Rabbit Goes to School
Kirkus Reviews
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Horse distills a universal experience into an amusing story with distinct characters and delightful detail. The irrepressible Little Rabbit is back, and this time he's heading off to cause chaos at school. Of course, it's not Little Rabbit's fault--it's that naughty Charlie Horse (a polka-dotted pull toy), who tempts Little Rabbit into misbehaving in a wide variety of ways. Luckily, Little Rabbit's teacher's patience and the generosity of two new friends prevent minor mishaps from turning into total disasters. Although ostensibly oblivious, it's clear that Little Rabbit has learned his lesson when he acknowledges that from now on Charlie Horse will be better off at home. Winsome ink-and-watercolor illustrations showcase a charming woodland world overrun with adorable bunnies. Although the pictures have an old-fashioned feel, Horse's deadpan delivery makes the story truly timeless. Young children, and especially their parents, will recognize both Little Rabbit's imaginative rambunctiousness and his new-kid-at-school nerves. Utterly engaging and ultimately reassuring. (Picture book. 3-6) Copyright ©Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
School Library Journal Review
Little Rabbit Goes to School
School Library Journal
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PreS-K-It's a special morning for Little Rabbit-his first day of school. Over his mother's mild objections, he insists on taking his wooden toy. Unfortunately, Charlie Horse misbehaves terribly: he runs around during storytime, jumps into the cake batter, and gets Little Rabbit lost when their class goes for a walk. All ends well, however, and when he is safely back at home in his mother's lap, Little Rabbit decides Charlie Horse is not ready for school, but that he most certainly is. Fashioned in warm colors, the watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations are wonderful. Along with the engaging text, they endearingly capture the diffidence and anxiety Little Rabbit feels as he faces an unfamiliar situation, and his gradual realization that this new experience is fun. No matter how many titles you have on this topic, be sure to make room for Little Rabbit.-Judith Constantinides, formerly at East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library, LA (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.