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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

bunny overboard, written and illustrated by Claudia Rueda. Chronicle, Raincoast. 2020. $22.99 ages 2 and up

"Now what?

Maybe you can
rock 
the book back and forth
to make waves.

Woo-hoo!
Can you ... "

Do little ones love to read books that involve them in the action? Yes, they do! And, will they love an adorable little bunny with a sparkling personality? Yes, they will. In fact, they will be more than willing to do all the work needed to make the bunny happy.  If you know one of these children, I've got the book for you today.

Bunny is off in a tiny sailboat for adventure on a sunny day. But, where's the wind? Nowhere to be found, it seems. Bunny needs help - and readers are asked to provide it. That is all the incentive needed. When the rocking gets a little raucous, there's a request to STOP! Time for a rest. Anchor overboard. Then, bunny overboard with goggles and mask in place.

An underwater visit with creatures of the sea offers up a few surprises, and the discovery of a shipwreck. There's much to be seen both outside and inside the wreck.

"We startled the fish!
Let's go in!
A shell! Would you
tap
to see what's inside?"

Bunny has had enough adventure for today - it's time to head back to the boat. Of course, wind is needed again. It takes no time till the bunny is back home with family, ready for refreshments at the end of an exciting day.

You will certainly be asked to read it AGAIN, PLEASE!
                                                                       

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