The Flat Rabbit
Sparely told with simple artwork, The Flat Rabbit treats the concept of death with a sense of compassion and gentle humor – and a note of practicality. In the end, the dog and the rat's caring, thoughtful approach results in an unusual yet perfect way to respect their departed friend.
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SKU: 191227n0nn1nWWW | ISBN: 9781771470599
"As perfectly, honestly childlike in its approach as Margaret Wise Brown and Remy Charlip's classic The Dead Bird, this title should provoke both thought and discussion."
- Kirkus Reviews - STARRED REVIEW
"It's unusually corporeal ... but it's this very tactile wrestling with death that feels so honest."
- Booklist, STARRED REVIEW
“A jumping-off point to explore death and compassion.” - 100 Scope Notes
"Run, don't walk, to get a look at [The] Flat Rabbit. Be sure to look both ways before crossing the street ... The text and the artwork, which are deadpan (pun intended) and charming, are open to many interpretations." - Hicklebee's Bookstore, San Jose, CA
"Honest, secular books for children about death are rare indeed... The Flat Rabbit has joined this short list. I'm glad I gave it another chance." - The Cath in the Hat blog
"A masterwork of minimalist storytelling... full of quiet wit and wistful wonder." - Brain Pickings
"I was touched... when shared one on one, this story will resonate with readers of all ages." - Resource Links
"A quietly profound new picture book" - New York Times
Cybils Awards, Picture Book Category, 2014
Booklist Editors' Choice, 2014
A Brain Pickings Best Picture Book of 2014, 2014
A 100 Scope Notes Wildest Children's Book of 2014, 2014
Publication date
September 15, 2014
Number of pages
40
Curriculum
N/A
Lexile® Level
AD610L
Interest age
From 4