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208th out of 331 books
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Big Bad Bunny
At home, in the Mouse House,
Baby Boo-Boo gets no respect.
Just look at her name:
Baby Boo-Boo.
She's no baby!
The word drives her wild in a big, bad way.
And here's Mama Mouse calling, always calling after her,
"Baby! Where are you, Baby?"
It's humiliating.
Mice (and other small persons)
will understand what
Big Bad Boo-Boo does.
It's quite naughty.
Baby Boo-Boo gets no respect.
Just look at her name:
Baby Boo-Boo.
She's no baby!
The word drives her wild in a big, bad way.
And here's Mama Mouse calling, always calling after her,
"Baby! Where are you, Baby?"
It's humiliating.
Mice (and other small persons)
will understand what
Big Bad Boo-Boo does.
It's quite naughty.
Hardcover, 40 pages
Published
February 19th 2008
by Atheneum/Richard Jackson Books
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There are some picture books designed to be great fun to read aloud and this is definitely one of them. Mama Mouse is sweetly tucking her little baby mice into bed. Kisses and sweetness reign supreme. But turn the page and discover the horror of BIG BAD BUNNY stomping and rampaging no matter what is in her way. Mama Mouse discovers that Baby Boo Boo is missing! And then readers discover that Big Bad Bunny is what Baby Boo Boo turns into when she is angry, especially about being called a baby!
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I have not read this until now, nor have I even heard of it. But I enjoyed how it was written with alliterations and onomatopoetic words--ideal for younger children learning to read (hearing sounds).
It's a climactic tale of the 'bad' bunny, and the heroism of a mom (hopefully relatable for all the children).
The pictures are intentionally drawn to represent the demeanor of the character, which is a notable technique for observation skills--in and out of the school setting.It's repetitive in natur...more
It's a climactic tale of the 'bad' bunny, and the heroism of a mom (hopefully relatable for all the children).
The pictures are intentionally drawn to represent the demeanor of the character, which is a notable technique for observation skills--in and out of the school setting.It's repetitive in natur...more
We begin this story by meeting the Big Bad Bunny's sharp claws. Not to worry. Over in the Mouse House, Mama Mouse is putting her babies to sleep. She kisses each one and tucks them in. When she gets to the last bed, there is a baby mouse missing! Mama Mouse heads out to search for the missing child.
Meanwhile, in between each page from Mama Mouse's house, readers encounter more of Big Bad Bunny as she stomps through swamps and streams.
Classic G. Brian Karas illustrations are easily recognizable.
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Meanwhile, in between each page from Mama Mouse's house, readers encounter more of Big Bad Bunny as she stomps through swamps and streams.
Classic G. Brian Karas illustrations are easily recognizable.
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The illustrator did a wonderful job of using the space on the page to convey the emotions of the story.
The elements of art in this children's book were very interesting. On the pages in which the "Big Bad Bunny" was around, the pictures were loud, busy and the use of space was impressive. The "violence" that he was showing on these pages were depicted by low intensity color that appeared to have a rough texture. The author used the space very will on these pages. However, the "Big Bad Bunny" pag...more
The elements of art in this children's book were very interesting. On the pages in which the "Big Bad Bunny" was around, the pictures were loud, busy and the use of space was impressive. The "violence" that he was showing on these pages were depicted by low intensity color that appeared to have a rough texture. The author used the space very will on these pages. However, the "Big Bad Bunny" pag...more
Big Bad Bunny is stomping through the forest with his sharp claws and pointy yellow teeth. It’s naptime in the Mouse House and Mama Mouse is putting her babies to bed. But one baby is missing. On alternating pages the author tells the story of Mama Mouse’s search for her missing baby and the Big Bad Bunny’s travels through the forest. The reader is left to wonder if the two will meet and what may happen if they do.
The illustrations were wonderful and my kids really enjoyed the way the story was...more
The illustrations were wonderful and my kids really enjoyed the way the story was...more
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That was not what I expected! I hate to spoil a surprise so I’ll leave the end to you… I love the style of the drawings so much detail and yet a child like quality an odd but effective mix. The alternating of perspective between Big Bad Bunny and Mama Mouse sets the scene well and keeps the tension up until you finally realize and then Mama Mouse has to be the coolest mom. Even the fonts help tell the story which is something I feel like I haven’t seen in a long time. By the way… I just realized...more
Big Bad Bunny is on an adventure. Mama Mouse is putting her kids to bed.
I like how covered and loud the Big Bad Bunny pages are. The Mama pages balance them out, but the calm, small picture work less for me. Karas did a good job rounding out potentially scary/intimidating bits (Gosh Molly Band's Picture This: How Pictures Work was helpful) which takes out some of the scary. Lots depends upon the voice you use.
I like that the BBB is out for an adventure and that Mama will do anything to bring ho...more
I like how covered and loud the Big Bad Bunny pages are. The Mama pages balance them out, but the calm, small picture work less for me. Karas did a good job rounding out potentially scary/intimidating bits (Gosh Molly Band's Picture This: How Pictures Work was helpful) which takes out some of the scary. Lots depends upon the voice you use.
I like that the BBB is out for an adventure and that Mama will do anything to bring ho...more
Summary (CIP): When Baby Boo-Boo, a mouse dressed in a bunny suit, becomes lost in the forest, his mother follows the sound of his cries to locate him.
REVIEW: A new favorite! This oversized book makes a great read-aloud, with dramatic boldfaced type and art for the ferocious ‘bunny’ rampages across the countryside contrasted with the normal font and tender mama mouse drawings as she comes to her baby mouse’s rescue (aka Big Bad Bunny). The story alternates pages between the thundering ‘bunny’ an...more
REVIEW: A new favorite! This oversized book makes a great read-aloud, with dramatic boldfaced type and art for the ferocious ‘bunny’ rampages across the countryside contrasted with the normal font and tender mama mouse drawings as she comes to her baby mouse’s rescue (aka Big Bad Bunny). The story alternates pages between the thundering ‘bunny’ an...more
Big Bad Bunny takes no mercy. Meanwhile, Mama Mouse can't find Baby Boo... !
Lots of interesting techniques happening here. The story is told in alternating perspectives that build tensions. The use of space on the page, the text variety, texture, and color help first separate then bring the story lines together. The twist at the end was unexpected which was so great. My guess is this would be an interesting read aloud for primary grade bc of the pacing and ending.
Lots of interesting techniques happening here. The story is told in alternating perspectives that build tensions. The use of space on the page, the text variety, texture, and color help first separate then bring the story lines together. The twist at the end was unexpected which was so great. My guess is this would be an interesting read aloud for primary grade bc of the pacing and ending.
Meh. The first time I flipped through, mostly looking at the illustrations and was unimpressed (considering this is on OLA's Mock Caldecott list). It took a second read through to figure out the story, and the illustrations still didn't appeal at all, although I can imagine it making for a fun read-aloud, especially to kids who are into dressing up and make-believe. But the style - and the thinness of the story - left me a little cold.
Big Bad Bunny is a story about a little bunny who decides she wants to be tough and scary. She leaves home and marches over rivers and through the woods, only to get to the point where she discovers she is completely lost. Her mother comes and brings her back though, and doesn't crush her claims to not be a baby any longer. This story is especially good for working with students on the 'b' sound, as it uses alliteration with this sound.
Big Bad Bunny is really aggressive and self-centered. He bashes and crashes through the forest doing whatever he wants. Meanwhile, Mama Mouse and her babies are gentle and sweet. These two characters have parallel stories: Big Bad Bunny crashes around and Mama Mouse gingerly searches for her lost little one. Their stories intersect in a way that has us wondering about the "Big bad bunny" in all of us.
Jan 22, 2009
Becky
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
preschool and up
Shelves:
picture-books,
read-alouds
I think this is a cumulative story along the lines of "Going on a Bear Hunt" (you go out, and come back in reverse order), but honestly, I didn't follow it very well. The ending was charming and clarified a lot, though, and reading it out loud would probably help. Lots of shouting, onomatopoeia, and art by G. Brian Karas of "Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!" fame will make for a fun readaloud.
I read this one quickly, while standing over the cart of shelving waiting for me. How fun it would be to read aloud, with a big, scary voice for the Big Bad Bunny. If, like me, you don't read the fly-leaf first, the dual storyline will veer in an unexpected direction that tickles and pokes and makes you laugh whether you intend to or not.
This is a cute book.
Big Bad Bunny is really...
well, I can't tell you.
You'll have to read it for yourself.
I like how the two stories come together.
And the illustrations are amazing and I like how they change when the two characters and the two stories come together.
A fun book, a nice one for bedtime too!
Big Bad Bunny is really...
well, I can't tell you.
You'll have to read it for yourself.
I like how the two stories come together.
And the illustrations are amazing and I like how they change when the two characters and the two stories come together.
A fun book, a nice one for bedtime too!
Logan loved this book, where a big bad bunny chomps, stomps and roars his way through the world. But big bad bunny isn't as big or bad as he appears. I won't spoil the plot, but if your little reader looks closely at the illustrations, he or she may be able to figure out what's going on before the text reveals it.
Here's another good read-aloud. Children will enjoy showing their yellow fangs and growling at appropriate parts. It's also a wonderful bedtime story. The baby mouse decides he is Big Bad Bunny, and wanders off from bed, and mother finds him and brings him back and tucks him in.
Due to the repetition and the way that the words lend themselves to shouting this could potentially be a good read aloud. The big bad bunny drawings are truly a bit frightening and the names of the baby mice are sort of odd. Illustrations are gouache and acrylic with pencil.
I thought this was a cute story for little children. The ending is unexpected and would make for a really great parent/child storytime book. There is not really any sort of moral to the story and it doesn't teach much of a lesson, it's just a cute, easy-reader book.
Impulse grab while visiting the charming library in McDermitt, NV. Spoilers abound in the description and reviews - just take my word for it and Read This Book. Much fun with potential to read over & over & over again even after you know the surprise ending.
At first the big bad bunny looks big and scary but when mama mouse finds her you can tell it is baby boo boo dressed up.
When Baby Boo-Boo, a mouse dressed in a bunny suit, becomes lost in the forest, his mother follows the sound of his cries to locate him.
When Baby Boo-Boo, a mouse dressed in a bunny suit, becomes lost in the forest, his mother follows the sound of his cries to locate him.
Most of the story rotates between the adventure of Big Bad Bunny(also known as Baby Boo-Boo) and a mother mouse kissing each of her children goodnight. A neat story, but would have been better arranged differently. As is, it's a little confusing.
This is a great book with wonderful illustrations. You respect how bad this bunny is and I love how brave the momma is. Illustrations did a great job telling the story and letting kids do a little predicting of what would come next.
Cute. Not what I had expected and told in a way that would be very interesting in a lap-read, but perhaps too confusing in a storytime. I had my guesses as it was going along, and it was still cute when I found out I was right.
All I have to say is that my daughter LOVES this book. I mean truly loves it to the point where she's either Big Bad Bunny or Baby Boo Boo....
So me that makes a great children's book.
So me that makes a great children's book.
This book is most effectively read when you have two people to read it--one for the mama voice, and one for the big bad bunny voice! Rabbit giggled a lot during this book.
i love, love going to the library for the kiddos and me. what a joy. this is one of the finds i had today looking through the kiddo collection...great book, great illustrations.
Really cute. The pictures aren't amazing but the story is pretty good. I judge a children's book, in part, by whether my daughter like it or not, and she really enjoyed it.
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