Rabbit's Bad Habits
#1 of 6 in Rabbit & Bear Series
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What’s inside...
Bear wakes up early from hibernation. If she can't sleep, then at least she can make a snowman. Rabbit has never made a snowman, but he definitely wants to make one that's better than Bear's. But with an avalanche and a hungry wolf heading his way, Rabbit soon realises that it might be nice to have a friend on your side.
A tale of friendship, gravity, and just a little bit of poo.
Why read this book
- Engaging narrative fosters imagination and creativity.
- Addresses themes of friendship and perseverance.
- Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in children.
- Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Character compass
Bear
The Rabbit
Discussion points
What do you think motivated Rabbit to steal Bear's food, and how did you feel about it?
How did Rabbit and Bear’s relationship change throughout the story?
What did Rabbit learn by the end of the book, and how do you think it changed him?
Can you think of a time when you helped a friend like Bear helped Rabbit?
Why do you think the author chose snow as the setting for much of the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the discussion by sharing your own thoughts on Rabbit's behavior and listen actively to your child's point of view.
Encourage empathy by asking your child to consider how Bear felt in different parts of the story.
Highlight the moments where characters make positive choices, prompting your child to think about how they can apply similar decisions in their own life.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book they found memorable and discuss why it stood out to them.
Create a mini role-play session, where you and your child act out a favorite scene and then discuss the choices characters made.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship and sharing
Explanation: In 'Rabbit's Bad Habits', Rabbit and Bear learn the value of sharing resources and helping each other, which leads to a stronger friendship between them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by sharing their toys or snacks with friends, fostering a sense of cooperation and mutual respect.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Rabbit and Bear face various challenges that they need to overcome, which they do by thinking critically and working together.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to approach their own challenges with a problem-solving mindset, whether it's figuring out how to build a toy structure or resolving a dispute with a sibling.
Example Lesson: Accepting others despite differences
Explanation: Bear and Rabbit are quite different in many ways, but they learn to accept and appreciate each other's quirks and qualities.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace diversity among their peers, understanding that everyone is unique and that these differences can strengthen friendships.