As Grandma prepares for Easter above ground, the rabbit children in their home below ground are convinced that their father is the Easter Bunny! The two worlds meet happily on the Easter holiday.
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While Granny searches for eggs to decorate for Easter, the Rabbit children become convinced that their father is the Easter Bunny. The parallel stories eventually intersect on Easter morning, with happy outcomes for all. A humorous text and detailed but uncluttered pastel illustrations work together to propel the above- and below-ground stories and keep the reader engaged. --Horn Book Guide
This warm and delightful story is back in print after a long hiatus and its appeal is as refreshing as it was 30 years ago. The soft water color illustrations of pastoral scenes are filled with charm and whimsy. Children will delight in following Granny's dilemma above ground while watching the drama unfold below ground. It is like getting two stories for the price of one. --Chidren's Literature
This warm and delightful story is back in print after a long hiatus and its appeal is as refreshing as it was 30 years ago. The soft water color illustrations of pastoral scenes are filled with charm and whimsy. Children will delight in following Granny's dilemma above ground while watching the drama unfold below ground. It is like getting two stories for the price of one. --Chidren's Literature
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Lorna Balian's characteristic humor and delightful illustrations make this book an Easter-time must have!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
THIS DELIGHTFUL STORY OF A GRANDMOTHER PREPARING FOR AN EASTER VISIT FROM HER GRANDCHILDREN IS ACCOMPANIED BY WONDERFUL ILLUSTRATIONS. THERE ARE IN FACT TWO STORIES, ONE BELOW GROUND, AND A SECOND ABOVE GROUND. BELOW GROUND A MOUSE HAS CONVINCED THE RABBIT CHILDREN THAT THEIR FATHER IS THE EASTER BUNNY, A FACT HE REPEATEDLY DENIES TO NO AVAIL. ABOVE GROUND THE CAT IS STEALING THE EGGS FROM THE HEN CONFOUNDING BOTH THE HEN AND GRANNY AND PUTTING INTO JEAPORDAY THE EASTER CELEBRATIONS. HOW THESE STORIES COME TOGETHER WILL PROMPT YOU TO LAUGH OUT LOUD. IN ADDITION AS WE TURN THE PAGES WE WATCH WINTER TURN TO SPRING. SUBTLE CHANGES THROUGHOUT THE DRAWINGS CAUSE YOU TO LINGER OVER THEM LOOKING FOR SURPRISES. OVER THE YEARS I HAVE READ THIS STORY OVER AND OVER ALWAYS WITH PLEASURE AND HAVE PRESENTED MANY COPIES OF THE BOOK AS GIFTS. I LOOK FORWARD TO SPRING WHEN I CAN TAKE OUT MY COPY AND PLACE IT ON THE COFFEE TABLE FOR FAMILY AND GUESTS TO ENJOY.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Momforch
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I began reading this book to my five children almost 25 years ago. The older ones would listen while I read to the younger ones. Now I read it to my grandson and he loves it as much as the others. It's a wonderful book to read aloud and an equally wonderful book for children to explore themselves. The illustrations take many "looks" before you see everything. It's kept the children in our family engrossed (and quiet) on long car trips for a long time.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
My family has owned this book for many years, and we've worn it out. Ms. Balain has written a sweet story in several "layers". The illustrations are just perfect and so detailed. We've loved watching the flowers grow and the birds build their nest and wait for their family to hatch as we turn the pages. All of this in addition to the story of the Rabbit Family below ground and Granny and her grandchildren above ground. You'll love it, too. "The mouse told me so."
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great illustrations!
This book was given to us by a librarian friend. The pictures alone would give it five stars. Great visual details and the story plug along nicely enough too.
Published 8 days ago by Math Momma
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
This is a beautiful, fun, spring story. The art is amazing, delighting the adult who reads this to young children. As the story unfolds, so does spring. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Sandra D Williams
1.0 out of 5 stars
Humbug Rabbit
Humbug Witch was such a delight; this book is not nearly as clever or captivating. Story line is too complex.
Published on August 1, 2009 by StarPower
5.0 out of 5 stars
ONE OF THE BETTER CHILDREN"S BOOKS AVAILABLE TODAY.
Lorna Balian is, in my opinion, one of the best writers and illustrators of children's books we have. Read more
Published on August 31, 2008 by D. Blankenship
5.0 out of 5 stars
My favorite book
This was my absolute favorite book as a child and now I can read it to my daughter. The other reviews do a great job of summarizing it accurately, so I won't repeat that, I just... Read more
Published on February 13, 2008 by R. Ferguson
5.0 out of 5 stars
imaginative illustrations and creative story
I grew up reading this book and would look forward to Easter especially so that I could read it. The colors always fascinated me, and the dual story line always hooked me. Read more
Published on April 20, 2003 by Renee Grebe
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