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Rabbit & Bear - Rabbit's Bad Habits

By Julian Gough

Book 1 of 7 in the Rabbit and Bear series

Bear and Rabbit race to build a snowman, but can teamwork save them from danger?

humorous heartwarming adventurous

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 5

From 7 readers

What do our readers think of Rabbit & Bear - Rabbit's Bad Habits? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the story funny and enjoy the lively illustrations, snowman-building and cheeky humour. Some children and families feel that the poo jokes and rude words are too much, even though they make other children laugh.

What does the Pageticker team say about Rabbit & Bear - Rabbit's Bad Habits?

Julian Gough’s first Rabbit & Bear adventure is a wonderfully odd mix of snowy peril, sharp humour and thoughtful friendship. Rabbit’s competitive streak and Bear’s calm kindness make a winning double act.

Genres

Humour Animals Friendship/Family

What is Rabbit & Bear - Rabbit's Bad Habits about?

Bear wakes early from hibernation and decides to build a snowman. Rabbit, who has never made one, is determined to outdo Bear. However, when an avalanche and a hungry wolf threaten, Rabbit realises the value of friendship and teamwork. Together, they discover that sharing experiences makes them more enjoyable.

About the author

Julian Gough is an Irish author and poet who loves to tell funny and imaginative stories. He is well known for writing the Minecraft Adventures books, including 'The Quest to Find the Diamond Sword.' Julian enjoys making children laugh and inspiring them to go on their own reading adventures with his exciting tales.

Discussion ideas around Rabbit & Bear - Rabbit's Bad Habits

Competition: Why is Rabbit so determined to make a better snowman than Bear, and what does he learn about trying to win?

Friendship: Bear is patient with Rabbit even when he behaves badly. Which moments show that patience can be powerful?

Teamwork: How do Rabbit and Bear achieve more together than they could alone?

Bad habits: Rabbit has habits that annoy Bear. Can a person change a habit, and what might help them do it?

Cheeky humour: Why do you think the author includes poo jokes and other rude humour? When does this kind of joke make a story more entertaining?

Pages

112 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2016

First published

2016

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