Waiting-for-papa stories - Softcover

Roberts, Bethany

Softcover

ISBN 10: 006025050X ISBN 13: 9780060250508

Publisher: Harper & Row, 1990

Synopsis

As Papa Rabbit's family anxiously awaits his return home, Mama Rabbit eases their fears by telling funny stories about Papa.

About this title

From School Library Journal:

Kindergarten-Grade 3-- Seven short, whimsical tales are spun by Mama Rabbit as she and her children wait for Papa's return in this offering by the author of Waiting-for-Spring Stories (Harper, 1984). Just right for early transitional readers, the stories have an appeal similar to that of Arnold Lobel's Mouse Tales (Harper, 1972). Papa Rabbit foils would-be predators by claiming to be other than a rabbit, entertains a bored flower, enjoys a cleansing walk in the rain, and has other mini-adventures that should keep young readers and listeners interested. Children will see themselves in the kite that is having such fun flying that it doesn't want to go home, and they will recognize Papa Rabbit's attempts to persuade it to come down. Stapler's illustrations suit the stories well. Her rabbits inhabit a brighter and more elaborate home than William Joyce's rustic settings of the earlier book. Little details such as the bunny slippers in the bedroom and the bunny dolls held by some of the children add interest. The overall feeling is a cozy one of family warmth. Children are sure to be captivated by the charm and gentle humor of the stories. --Louise L. Sherman, Anna C. Scott School, Leonia, NJ
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About this edition

• Publisher: Harper & Row
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 006025050X
• ISBN 13: 9780060250508
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 31