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Tuesday, December 07, 2010

Little Rabbit's Christmas, by Harry Horse


Well, I thought I was done with reviews involving giveaways last week but when a publisher offers you and one of your readers a copy of a cute storybook, how can I in good conscious refuse? So, I hope you'll indulge me for another giveaway here.

In this case, Peachtree Publishers sent me a copy of Little Rabbit's Christmas to peruse. I've been wondering about the Little Rabbit series by Harry Horse for some time so I was happy to have a look-see through this Christmas title. Neither I, nor my children were remotely disappointed! (It's been a requested re-read around these parts since it arrived this past weekend.)

Little Rabbit's Christmas tells the story of Little Rabbit who wants a red sled for Christmas. It's the only thing he wants and he bugs his parents for it. On Christmas morning he discovers that he has received the coveted gift. All of his friends and family are in awe of it but Little Rabbit is feeling a tad bit possessive of it and, quite frankly, has a very bad attitude when it comes to sharing. In the end, he discovers that having a sled is really only fun if you DO share it with your friends!

I thought this storybook had a great message for youngsters who eagerly anticipate and await Christmas gifts and treats and then are called upon to share them. We're kind of in that stage where we have our prized items that we don't want to share and we've been talking a lot about kindness and sharing with others (primarily our brothers.) I thought this book fit in perfectly with the season of gifts and giving and thought the subject matter was tastefully handled. Little Rabbit isn't too bratty (so that you can't stand actually reading the story) and he learns his lesson fairly quickly and in a positive manner. The illustrations, also by Harry Horse, are adorable and I liked this book very much.

As I mentioned, Peachtree Publishers offered up a copy for myself and one of my readers. Would you also like to share this story with your children, or young ones that you are close to? Simply leave a comment below! This contest will be open through Monday, December 13th.

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THE WINNER (as selected by random.org) IS #20 - Linda Kish! Congratulations!

Again, Merry Christmas from myself and Peachtree Publishers!

30 comments:

A Faithful Journey said...

I have a giveaway on my blog today as well from Peachtree Publishers. {The Blue House Dog} What a great company to work with! :)
Stop by my blog to enter as well, if you like! ;)

kempfyre21{at}yahoo{dot}com

Annette W. said...

AWE...bunnies, Christmas, and SHARING? We need this one!

Christi said...

I went and wandered around Peachtree Publishers, what a great site! They have some wonderful looking books and we would love to start our collection with this one. Thanks for the opportunity.

Laura's Reviews said...

I would love to win this book for my 4 and 2 year old boys who are having troubles these days with sharing!

My email address is laarlt78 (at) hotmail (dot) com.

Thanks for the great giveaway!

Dani said...

Thanks for the giveaway ... looking to expand our collection of Christmas books for little ones :)

Jen @ Happy Little Homemaker said...

This looks like a great book...my older daughter is right in that having trouble sharing spot. Thanks, Carrie!

Stephanie said...

Looks cute!

Alison said...

This book looks really cute!

Anonymous said...

Great Christmas gift...thanks!

artandjen at juno dot com

Jen N

Kelly Massman said...

Looks adorable! I'd love to share this book with the little ones in my life!
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Thanks!
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Krista said...

yeah, that would be fairly applicable around here too... ;)
teacherkrista at gmail dot com

apple blossom said...

I would love to win a copy of this to share. thanks

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Melinda said...

Thanks for offering this giveaway. I think my nephews would enjoy this book.

RivkaBelle said...

This looks too cute!!! Bunnies AND Christmas? Oh happy day :o)

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Stephanie Kay said...

A book about sharing? Yeah, I think we need a little of that around here!!

Cheryl said...

I would love to have this book.

Bluerose said...

I thought I had already entered this one, but I don't guess I did. :)
I would love to be entered. It looks really cute!

bluerosesheart at yahoo dot com

Molly said...

I would love a shot at winning this please! Thanks!

Mollydedwards AT yahoo DOT com

Callie said...

Aw.. I just adore christmas children's books!
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Linda Kish said...

Please include me

lkish77123 at gmail dot com

annies home said...

what a sweet sounding book I would love to read to my grandbaby
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Sky said...

this looks like a Z girl book!

Kelly Massman said...

I would share it with the little ones I know, and I love children's books myself! Also, this may surprise you, but I would share it with teenagers, too! I tutor English as a 2nd Language students, and this is such a fun way for them to learn English! Thanks so much for a chance to win this book! I'd love to win!!!!!!!
kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

Nicole said...

I would like to read a book that addresses the sharing issue well on a young child's level- I'll have to try this one out.

rubynreba said...

I'd love to share this story with my little grandchildren.
pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

Terra Heck said...

This would be a great book to share with the little ones in the family during the holidays. Thanks.
partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

MaureenT said...

I LOVE books like this...what a wonderful giveaway. The kids would really enjoy this. Thank You!

alekee02[at]yahoo[dot]com

Anonymous said...

I would love to win this book and share it with my preschool class!
Zoe0825@verizon.net

April Yedinak said...

sounds like a book we would love
thanks for thew giveaway
ape2016(at)aol(dot)com

Anonymous said...

My kids would enjoy this.

Wendy
ebeandebe at gmail dot com

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