Hop Little Bunnies
The Bunny Adventures Series
What’s inside...
There are lots of sleepy animals to wake up in this bouncy, energetic picture book. Lift the flaps, then hop with the little bunnies, cheep with the chicks, baa with the lambs and mew with the kittens. An interactive book, full of non-stop fun, based on the popular nursery rhyme. From the illustrator of We're Going on an Egg Hunt comes another delightful read-aloud board book starring four adorable bunnies--and perfect for Easter and springtime! See the little bunnies sleeping till it's noon. Shall we go and wake them with a merry tune? Wake up, animals! Join four adorable bunnies as they rouse their sleepy animal friends. Because there are times to be quiet--and times to be loud! Readers will hop with bunnies, cheep with chicks, baa with lambs, and meow with kittens. With a perfect read-aloud text inspired by a nursery rhyme and adorable art featuring lots of springtime animals, this is the perfect Easter gift!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think the little bunnies were hiding at the beginning of the story?
What do you think the bunnies saw when they woke up?
How do you feel when you wake up in the morning during spring?
What would you do if you were one of the bunnies in the story?
Can you think of other animals that might wake up in the spring?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine and express their thoughts by empathizing with the characters. Use expressions and ask follow-up questions based on their responses to deepen their understanding and connection to the story. Highlight the seasonal changes and nature's awakening in spring to relate the story's themes to the real world. This helps in nurturing their observation and cognitive skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Hop Little Bunnies,' the characters work together to prepare for the arrival of spring, showcasing teamwork as they clean up and decorate.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or helping with chores at home, learning that working together can achieve great results.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The little bunnies continue their tasks despite challenges, demonstrating the importance of persistence to achieve a goal.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to keep trying in their tasks, like completing a difficult puzzle or learning to ride a bike, emphasizing that effort leads to success.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The bunnies use their imagination to decorate and celebrate, highlighting the value of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids can embrace this by engaging in creative play or arts and crafts, which fosters imaginative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Example Lesson: Joy of Celebration
Explanation: The book captures the excitement and joy of the bunnies as they celebrate spring, promoting the positive aspects of partaking in festivities.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to appreciate and look forward to family and community celebrations, understanding the happiness that comes from shared experiences.
Example Lesson: Observation Skills
Explanation: As the bunnies prepare for spring, they observe changes in their environment, which can teach children to be more observant of the natural world.
Real-World Application: Children can practice this by noticing seasonal changes or wildlife, which enhances their awareness and connection to nature.