Peter Rabbit Shape Book. This item is unavailable.Peter Rabbit Shape Book

This colorful book tells the classic tale of the well-known disobedient rabbit and his misadventures in Mr. McGregor's garden.

In Laughing Elephant's version of Peter Rabbit, Peter and his rabbit family are delightfully depicted in human attire. Iconic illustrator Ruth E. Newton paints scenes of adventure, danger, and maternal justice with skill and charm that are sure to excite young readers and parents alike. Newton's illustrations are accompanied by a simple text making this book perfect for young readers. Join Peter as he sneaks through the radishes, runs right out of his shoes, and hides in Mr. McGregor's watering can. Laughing Elephant's Peter Rabbit features an appealing, die-cut shape and is adapted from a midcentury version to be a classic keepsake of today with vintage style to spare.

This book is perfect for young animal-lovers and beginning readers. Just don't be surprised when they rush out into the garden to meet Peter!

Ruth Eleanor Newton (1884 - 1972) was an American illustrator and doll designer. Newton was born in Erie, Pennsylvania. She studied at the Philadelphia School of Fine Art. She illustrated children's books, greeting cards, and advertisements in Philadelphia, Boston, Erie, and New York City for more than 40 years. Her 1949 "Amosandra " doll enjoyed considerable fame. She returned to Erie in 1968 and worked and lived there until her death.