About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is exploring the line between being clever and being sneaky, and needs to see how actions have consequences. This classic pour-quoi folktale explains how Rabbit, a boastful trickster, devises a clever plan to cross a river by fooling a group of hungry alligators. The story is a wonderful vehicle for discussing themes of creativity, quick-thinking, and natural consequences. While Rabbit succeeds in his primary goal, his taunting costs him part of his tail. Appropriate for ages 5-8, its simple narrative and clear cause-and-effect make it an excellent choice for opening conversations about thinking through the results of our actions, even the clever ones.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book features mild peril and a non-graphic injury. An alligator bites the rabbit, which is the climax of the story. The approach is metaphorical for natural consequences rather than a direct exploration of violence. The resolution is realistic within the folktale's logic: Rabbit escapes but is permanently, though not tragically, altered.
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