2020
WISE Score
Amazon
Rabbit is a jerk, Bear is a saint, and together they dismantle a tiny tyrant in a way that's actually funny for adults too.
4.7
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This series is the antidote to 'brain rot' children's literature. It’s smart, visually stunning, and handles complex social dynamics with a light touch.
If you’re tired of books that treat kids like they don't understand nuance, Julian Gough is your guy. It's funny because it's true, and it's wholesome without being a 'lesson' book. It's just a great story about a grumpy rabbit and a very patient bear.
Perfect for the 5-9 crowd. It’s a great read-aloud for kindergarteners, while 2nd and 3rd graders will fly through it on their own and actually get the jokes.
The central dynamic of a grumpy, impulsive Rabbit and a zen, patient Bear is a masterclass in emotional intelligence. While Rabbit can be a total jerk, the book uses his flaws to model how to handle big feelings and social friction without being preachy.
Jim Field’s illustrations are top-tier and the world-building is quirky. It takes a standard 'animals in the woods' trope and makes it feel fresh, weird, and funny.
It’s a children's book. The biggest 'risk' here is some mild toilet humor and Rabbit calling people names, which is entirely the point of his character development.
It tackles the concept of leadership and ego in a way that six-year-olds actually understand. It’s rare to find a book that explains why people act like bullies without sucking the fun out of the story.
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