Synopsis Falsely accused of breaking a pretty bowl, Davy the rabbit runs away and finds the wide world to be a scary place.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1996-11-01 | | Illustrator: | Eve Tharlet |
| Size | | Height: | 12.0 in | | Width: | 8.8 in | | Thickness: | 0.5 in | | Weight: | 13.6 oz |
Publisher's Note Davy, the rambunctious hero of What Have You Done, Davy? returns in another warm and satisfying family story. This time he is falsely accused of breaking a pretty china bowl. Angry and hurt, Davy run away, and discovers that it's a big, scary world out there. Full color.
Industry Reviews PreS-Gr 2 Another runaway bunny story that succeeds because of the large, attractive pictures. When Mother Rabbit's china bowl is broken, young Davy is blamed. Unfairly accused, he decides to run away and vows not to return until he's big and strong. In spite of his desire to be brave, he is frightened by an owl. His family finds him, his older brother apologizes (he broke the bowl), and all is forgiven. The expressive watercolor-and-pencil illustrations successfully evoke feelings of being small and misunderstood. The double-page spread of the huge owl flying overhead underscores Davy's helplessness. The fairly predictable but reassuring story is resolved with truth and forgiveness. The large size of the book and the engaging pictures make this an appealing choice for group sharing. Janet M. Bair, Trumbull Library, CT Lopate
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