The Velveteen Rabbit
By Margery Williams Bianco
Can a shabby toy rabbit become real when his beloved boy needs him most?
tender · magical · poignant · timeless
Genres
What is The Velveteen Rabbit about?
A little stuffed rabbit longs to become real. Given to a young boy, he soon becomes the child's favourite toy and is loved more than all the others. As the years pass, the rabbit grows shabby and worn, but he is happy because he is cherished. When illness and danger threaten the boy, the rabbit must face a heartbreaking separation. Yet the power of love and a touch of nursery magic may transform the lonely toy into something wondrous.
About the author
Margery Williams Bianco was a talented author who loved to write magical and heartwarming stories for children. She is best known for creating 'The Velveteen Rabbit', a beloved tale about a toy rabbit who longs to become real. Her stories have touched the hearts of readers all around the world.
Pages
48 pages
Reading age
Early Chapter Book (6-10)
This edition
1995
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