2019, Children's Books, Growing Up & Facts of Life
WISE Score
Amazon
A grumpy rabbit, a patient bear, and the scientifically accurate (and hilarious) reason why rabbits eat their own poop.
4.7
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This is the gold standard for modern transition books. It’s got the pacing of a great animated short but the heart of a classic.
Rabbit is neurotic, selfish, and hilariously relatable, while Bear is the ultimate zen companion. The 'poo' humor is a highlight, not a warning—it’s science disguised as a gag. If your kid has outgrown Elephant & Piggie but isn't ready for a 300-page novel, buy this immediately.
Perfect for 5-to-6-year-olds as a read-aloud and 7-to-9-year-olds reading independently. It's high-quality bait for reluctant readers who think books are boring.
Bear is a masterclass in patient friendship, modeling how to stay kind and grounded even when your neighbor is a total neurotic mess. The emotional core is rock solid.
Jim Field’s illustrations are top-tier, and the dialogue subverts the 'sweet forest animal' trope with sharp, modern wit that feels fresh rather than recycled.
It's a book about a snowman and an avalanche. The only 'danger' is a brief wolf encounter and the biological reality of rabbit digestion, which is handled with humor.
It manages to teach actual science (gravity and coprophagia) and high-level social-emotional skills (dealing with grumpy people) without being preachy or boring.
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