My Bunny Diary
What’s inside...
In her diary, Dora the rabbit writes that she and her best friend Ally always play adventurous games together, until a day arrives when Ally starts to play with dolls. Dora Cottontail knows what it's like to feel left out—just read her diary. When her best friend Ally forsakes her for icky, doll-loving Babbette, miserable Dora is stuck playing pretend all by herself. But just when she thinks she'll have to play alone forever, quiet Rose—whom she had never really noticed before—reveals a fantastic imagination. Even Ally can't stay away long when she sees what the new friends are up to! The handwritten pages of a bunny's diary, complete with stickers, doodles, snapshots, and a bonus lift-up note glued inside, lend authenticity to this book that will have young readers itching for a diary of their own. Features a cloth-covered latch with a magnetic closure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-12
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the bunny’s actions make you feel?
What would you do if you were in the bunny’s situation?
Why is it important to keep a diary like the bunny?
What did you learn from the bunny's experiences?
How do you think the bunny felt at the end of the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the bunny's experiences to their own by asking how they would react in similar situations.
Discuss the importance of expressing feelings and how keeping a diary can help, just like it did for the bunny.
After reading, ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite part of the story, enhancing their connection to the bunny’s world.
Create a mini-diary project with your child to exemplify the book's theme and encourage daily writing habits.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'My Bunny Diary,' the protagonist learns to care for a pet rabbit, showcasing daily tasks like feeding and grooming.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking on small responsibilities at home, such as helping with pets or tidying up their room.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story demonstrates empathy through the character's understanding of the rabbit's needs and emotions.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to recognize and respond to the feelings of others, fostering stronger relationships and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: The value of journaling
Explanation: The main character keeps a diary about life with their bunny, illustrating the benefits of expressing thoughts and experiences in writing.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to start their own diaries or journals, which can improve writing skills and serve as a healthy emotional outlet.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The book presents scenarios where the character must figure out solutions, such as finding a lost toy for the bunny.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to approach challenges with a calm, thoughtful mindset and develop their independent problem-solving skills.