Books with title Rise of the Rabbits

A rich and haunting allegory of colonization for all ages and cultures, told from the viewpoint of native animals. This stunning picture book examines the consequences of the arrival of a group of rabbits with entirely unfamiliar ways. They bring new food and animals, and they make their own houses to live in, eventually dominating the environment and its other inhabitants. The parallels with our own experience are many: "They chopped down our trees and scared away our friends and stole our children..."

Uses rabbits, a species introduced to Australia, to represent an allegory of the arrival of Europeans in Australia and the widespread environmental destruction caused by man throughout the continent. A sophisticated picture book. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.Presents an allegorical story in which rabbits, an invasive species introduced to Australia, represent the Europeans who first arrived there and the subsequent environmental damage they caused throughout the continent.

This fantasy story is set in the beautiful countryside. Webster Lester and their tween sister Molly Rabbit - who is really a kind girl, likes painting her nails, and babysitting - get into mischief when they decide to go into the Allisons’ yard to play in the grass and snack on the flowers. They get doused with water, chased by dogs and almost snatched up by a group of little league boys. For the three rabbits, there are new dangers to face every day in the woods. Aside from trying to avoid getting caught by Mrs. Allison when they go into her garden to play, and trying to avoid getting run over by Mr. Allison’s old lawn mower, the rabbits must look out for Mr. Red Fox! Life for the rabbits is full of adventure and surprises!”

An affirming and inspirational story for readers of ALL ages! A bear cub seeking friendship discovers the nature of bear energy and rabbit energy, and along the way opens his heart to understanding those who feel fear routinely in life, as well as those who reach for their best and brightest moments every day. This little bear cub shares the sweetness of honey through his kindness, courage, and compassion. And he shines his light for all to see! This is a great book for anyone of any age grieving or healing a friendship, desiring to expand their circle of friends, seeking to understand individual energetic differences, or seeking a cozy "feel good" book about how to get along with others in this grand journey of life.