
Reach for this book when your child starts asking 'Is it time yet?' or when you are trying to establish a more predictable rhythm to your daily routines. Understanding the abstract concept of time can be a source of anxiety for young children: this book turns that mystery into a playful, predictable series of family events. By following a family of bunnies from their 7:00 AM wake-up call to their 6:00 PM bedtime, children see how the clock dictates the flow of a happy, busy day. While the primary goal is teaching how to read a clock, the heart of the story lies in the warm, humorous interactions between the bunny siblings and their parents. It is an ideal choice for preschoolers and early elementary students who are transitioning into 'big kid' responsibilities like getting dressed or helping with chores. The rhyming text and detailed illustrations provide a comforting, low-pressure environment for practicing a challenging new math skill.
None. This is a purely secular, gentle concept book focused on daily life and introductory numeracy.
A 4 or 5-year-old who is beginning to notice the 'big clock' on the wall and wants to feel a sense of agency over their own schedule. It is also perfect for a child who resists transitions, as it shows that every activity has its proper time.
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Sign in to write a reviewNo advanced prep is needed. The book can be read straight through as a story, or paused at each page to let the child find the clock and identify the hour. A parent might reach for this after a day of 'time-blindness' struggles, such as a child refusing to leave the park or asking for a snack five minutes after lunch.
For a 3-year-old, the takeaway is about the sequence of a day (first we eat, then we play). For a 6 or 7-year-old, the focus shifts to the mechanics of the clock hands and the specific intervals of an hour.
Unlike many dry 'how to tell time' books, this uses a large bunny cast and detailed, funny illustrations (look for the bunny antics in the background) to keep the child engaged with the narrative while the math happens naturally.
The book follows a large bunny family through a single twelve-hour cycle. Starting at 7:00 AM, each hour is marked by a specific activity: eating, playing, cleaning, and winding down. Every page features a rhyming couplet describing the action and a clear illustration of an analog clock face corresponding to the time mentioned.
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