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Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present
The author of such classics as My Granson Lew, Williams's Doll, and Over and Over needs no introduction. Neither does her collaborator Maurice Sendak, who has illustrated so many of today's best-loved, as well as most distinguised, books for children. The heroine of their book has a problem. And at first it does not look as though Mr. Rabbit is going to be much help in sol...more
Hardcover, 40 pages
Published
September 26th 1962
by HarperCollins
(first published August 1st 1962)
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Alice chases a white rabbit to wonderland, so....
• talk about similarities to Alice in Wonderland—the little girl is like Alice and the rabbit is like Alice’s White Rabbit.
• talk about this being a story with two characters. Since we had two performers working together we each took a part. This saved a lot of time because we didn’t have to say “said the little girl” or “said the rabbit”. It also animated the story because we acted it more than read it. This could also be done with puppets if th...more
• talk about similarities to Alice in Wonderland—the little girl is like Alice and the rabbit is like Alice’s White Rabbit.
• talk about this being a story with two characters. Since we had two performers working together we each took a part. This saved a lot of time because we didn’t have to say “said the little girl” or “said the rabbit”. It also animated the story because we acted it more than read it. This could also be done with puppets if th...more
I read ten books from the picture book list, and while I enjoyed almost all of them, Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present stuck out to me.
The story is about a young girl talking to a rabbit about her mother's upcoming birthday present. The rabbit could be real or he could be an imaginary friend-it's up to the reader to decide. Throughout the story, Charlotte and Mr. Rabbit have a conversation over what items to gather for her mother. They discuss what would make a good gift, what her mother likes,...more
The story is about a young girl talking to a rabbit about her mother's upcoming birthday present. The rabbit could be real or he could be an imaginary friend-it's up to the reader to decide. Throughout the story, Charlotte and Mr. Rabbit have a conversation over what items to gather for her mother. They discuss what would make a good gift, what her mother likes,...more
Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present was awarded a Caldecott Honor Medal in 1963. The pictures are subtle and beautiful, though I did find the rabbit (especially his legs!) a bit creepy.
A little girl asks Mr. Rabbit to help her find a birthday present for her mother. And thus begins a repetitious but charming search for a gift. The rabbit asks questions, the girl answers them, and they use this information to narrow down a gift. In the end, the girl has 4 types of fruit in a basket for her mother....more
A little girl asks Mr. Rabbit to help her find a birthday present for her mother. And thus begins a repetitious but charming search for a gift. The rabbit asks questions, the girl answers them, and they use this information to narrow down a gift. In the end, the girl has 4 types of fruit in a basket for her mother....more
Mar 17, 2008
Kirei
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3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
kids
Shelves:
younger-kids,
caldecott-honor
Well, first off, despite being illustrated by the talented Maurice Sendak, I think the rabbit is rather freaky looking. But anyway.... this story is about a girl who wants to get a present for her mother. The rabbit helps her decide what to get. It starts out cute, but gets kind of tiresome as the rabbit repeatedly suggests presents and the girl rejects them.
Master storyteller Charlotte Zolotow collaborates with brilliant illustrator Maurice Sendak for a charming book about a little girl who wants to give her mother a gift. This one is especially good for young children or new readers.
The little girl is trying to think of a gift for her mother. The rabbit makes many suggestions, and she rejects them. The story line is cute and emphasizes the value of thoughtfulness in gift giving.
one of my favorite books from when i was little - LOVE the drawings - especially the rabbit.
A fetching book about a little girl needing a present for her mother's birthday. She asks Mr. Rabbit for help. Simple, gentle illustrations guide us through their discussion. Lightly humorous dialogue.
I remember much searching several years ago to find this book to read to my sons. Now, after reading it again, I remember why the search was worthwhile. This book reminds me of how I used to have imaginary conversations with all kinds of creatures. They always helped me work through childhood diff...more
I remember much searching several years ago to find this book to read to my sons. Now, after reading it again, I remember why the search was worthwhile. This book reminds me of how I used to have imaginary conversations with all kinds of creatures. They always helped me work through childhood diff...more
A young girl consults a rabbit about what to get for her mother for a birthday present. As they discuss the options, they walk through lovely pastoral scenery, and we imagine a perfectly gorgeous spring day. The illustrations by Sendak show the girl and rabbit as equals, their expressions even matching at times. She is not imagining this conversation - it's happening. This would make a good addition to our PreK color unit.
The copy of this book that I read was published in 1962. The illustrations are wonderful and seem to be even older in the way that they are done. But, I do have to say that I found the Rabbit, (although helpful in the story) to be creapy looking. It has a slightly human face, that set me a little on edge in some of the illustrations.
But other than that it is a nice little book that has a pleasant story.
But other than that it is a nice little book that has a pleasant story.
Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present is about a young girl who seeks help from Mr. Rabbit on finding a gift for her mother. This book is great for ELL student's because the teacher can practice comprehension who their students. The children can each get a copy of the book with just the words and then based on the text, they can draw a picture for each scene of the story.
I loved the story -- the simplicity of the premise, the gorgeous watercolor illustrations. To me, this is one of the nicest books you can get for a child. The repetition and predictability of the storyline, as well as the appreciation of the beauty of seemingly ordinary things, is perfect for toddlers and children of all ages.
A little girl consults a rabbit for help finding the perfect gift for her mother's birthday. They review what the little girl's mother likes and brainstorm items that represent her interests. Their efforts help them create a fruit basket with fruit representing all of the little girl's favorite colors. The illustrations give the text a tone and show the little girl and the rabbit's journey. To sum this book up in one word: charming.
I liked this story. Children are always trying to use their imagination and the little girl wants to get her mom a present for her birthday. With the help of Mr. Rabbit she is able to make a beautiful fruit basket for her mom. Excellent illustrations by Maurice Sendak(Where the Wild Things Are).
This is the story of a girl who is trying to find a good birthday gift for her mom and asks Mr. Rabbit for help.
The story focuses on colors and will help children learn them as well as various fruits. The illustrations are done by Maurice Sendak and they are lovely.
The story focuses on colors and will help children learn them as well as various fruits. The illustrations are done by Maurice Sendak and they are lovely.
I loved the pace of this book. It is so calming for me and my young children sit so contentedly when we read it. I would love to make a short film of it one day if I were to ever make a short film. I think I just love the simplicity of the book.
Lovely, of course. My kids like me to read it with a British accent because the little girl is talking to a rabbit. Don't ask me, I guess that seems like something that would happen to a British child - ala, the Pevensie children.
The only thing I don't like about this book is the depiction of the rabbit. Too long and lean, not enough round and fluffy. Otherwise it is a simply wonderful, beautiful book. The sweet story, the gorgeous art work; its just fantastic.
A classic picture book about a girl searching for the right present for her mother's birthday who encounters Mr. Rabbit seeking to help her. Lots of repetition. Without Sendak's illustrations, the book wouldn't be as charming.
This is a lovely book about a little girl who consults a rabbit’s advice about getting her mother a birthday gift. The story is simple and sweet as they explore the primary colors, and the illustrations are priceless.
The story of a rabbit helping a young girl come up with a birthday gift for her mother is warming. Sendak's illustrations have his usual dreamlike quality, but they also resonate with Alice In Wonderland etchings. I kept wanting a bit more.
Story was OK, a little annoying with how repetitive it was (though of course a 4-year-old loves just that), and the rabbit was eerily reminiscent of the one in the movie Donnie Darko--creepy!).
Cute story about a young girl trying to find the perfect birthday present for her mother, and asks Mr. Rabbit to help. She ends up with a fruit basket full of colorful fruit to give her mother.
This book freaked me out as a child, the weird rabbit and creepy forest. but I was compelled to read it again and again.
Aug 05, 2012
Paul Hankins
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I love the droll presentation of the rabbit as he draws out ideas for the girl. "Well. . .you can't give her red."
Lovely story, wonderful Sendak illustrations. I think this will be a gift to some of my nieces this Christmas.
illustrated by Maurice Sendak; written by Charlotte Zolotow; published by Harper; fiction; Caldecott Honor 1963
Apr 01, 2011
Christy
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Maurice Sendak's illustrations in this book are some of my very favorite! There are several pages I'd like to frame.
A girl is picking out presents for he mother, and Mr. Rabbit helps her. Great illustrations.
Themes -- giving, colors
Themes -- giving, colors
This very well may be the only picture book depiction of a child's descent into madness.
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Charlotte Zolotow (born Charlotte Gertrude Shapiro) is an American author, poet, editor, and publisher of many books for children.
She has been published by more than 20 different houses (many of which she has outlasted). She was an editor, and later publisher, at Harper & Row, which was called Harper & Brothers when she began to work there and is now known as HarperCollins.
Among the many w...more
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She has been published by more than 20 different houses (many of which she has outlasted). She was an editor, and later publisher, at Harper & Row, which was called Harper & Brothers when she began to work there and is now known as HarperCollins.
Among the many w...more
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“Emeralds,' said the rabbit. 'Emeralds make a lovely gift.”
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