Overview
Caldecott Medal: Winner The 2003 Caldecott Medal winner is My Friend Rabbit illustrated and written by Eric Rohmann. (Roaring Brook Press/ Millbrook Press) In the book, Mouse shares his brand-new toy airplane with his friend Rabbit, and no one can predict the disastrousbut hilariousresults. When the airplane lands in a tree, the chaos only builds as Rabbit drags, pushes and carries the whole neighborhood, including Elephant, Hippo, and Crocodile, to the rescue. Its a lighthearted celebration of a friendship that will last even if whatever Rabbit does and wherever he goes, trouble follows. Eric Rohmanns hand-colored relief prints express a vibrant energy through solid black outlines, lightly textured backgrounds and a robust use of color, said Pat Scales, chair of the 2003 Caldecott Award committee. The black frame cannot contain Rabbits enthusiasm in this dramatic visual romp, as the characters tumble and spill from the page and back on again. The artist shows his respect for his audience and keen understanding of picture book design. Whatever they do and wherever they go, children will claim Rabbit as their friend.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9780761315353
- ISBN-10: 0761315357
- Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
- Publish Date: May 2002
- Dimensions: 8.2 x 10.7 x 0.4 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.85 pounds
- Page Count: 32
- Reading Level: Ages 4-8
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