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| Rabbit and the Promise Sign | 
 enlarge | Author: Pat Day-bivins
Publisher: Golden Anchor Press
Category: Book
List Price: $15.95
Buy New: $9.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 97530
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1st
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 32
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 11.2 x 8.8 x 0.5
ISBN: 188686408X
EAN: 9781886864085
ASIN: 188686408X
Publication Date: January 25, 1998
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: This Book is NEW! Shelf wear only. SUMMARY: Authors Pat Day-Bivins and Philip Dale Smith have combined the Easter story and a fantasy about rabbits into a unique picture book they've called a Christian fable. The Rabbit and the Promise Sign has a relationship between Jesus and a rabbit. A star appears on the rabbit's forehead and places a star in the sky along with a bunny in the moon to be reminders of how Jesus is always near.This book has a story within the story. The "inner" story of Jesus and a long ago rabbit, The Promise Sign, is more compelling than the "outer" story about the birth of a special bunny who wears the Promise Sign. Why the authors didn't simply write the "inner" story is hard to guess. The outer story begins in a "telling" style, rather than the stronger "showing" method of writing. It also has an overuse of adverbs.The illustrations of anthropomorphic rabbits and scenery are original oil paintings created by Donna Brooks. Her paintings show the mixture of reality
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Product Description
An illistrated children's story thatleaves readers, young and old, with comforting reminders that One who loves us is always near.
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A great story of loyalty, compassion and family ties. February 15, 1999
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
My first impression was what a lovely book! Then to discover that the story led me into another one with which I was very familiar and loved. I felt comfortable with this and was able, through the small rabbit, to become a part of the story. I also found that the rabbit family exhibited strength in their loyality to one another. In this time of broken families becoming more the norm, I loved enforcing family bonds to my grandchildren through this delightful and beautiful story. Both the story and the lovely paintings will be enjoyed in our home for years to come!
Excellent use of imagination to teach valuable truths! February 25, 1999
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
What a joy this book is! My children, including my teenagers, were enthralled with the story, it's meaning and the lovely illustrations. It reminds me so much of the 'picture books' of my childhood. Dale Smith is an incredible children's author, as proven by his other books, Over is Not Up and Night Time at the Zoo. His illistrators are of the finest quality. The collaboration with Pat Day-Bivins makes this a great book for all ages. What a message! We will enjoy this book for years to come.
Bringing the "Easter Bunny" and Easter into its true meaning October 4, 1998
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
One of the most enjoyable children's books that I have purchased for my children. As I read the book, it was as meaningful for me, the parent, as it was my child. This is a book that will become a classic.
A Blessing in Disquise January 22, 1999
When I purchased this book for my child, I never dreamed that I had purchased such a wonderful treasure. What a wonderful book. It helped give my child a reminder that no matter where she is or where she will be in the future someone is there who loves her. When I read the book, I also had tears of joy for such a wonderful story. Don't miss this book. It's story is so appealing. It gives your child an understanding of Easter. It also has a audio tape that comes free with the book. The authors of this book have told a story that will go with your child to adulthood. It truely is a classic .
The Real Easter Bunny November 6, 1998
The story told in this children's book will become the story told at Easter as to how the Easter Bunny and the true meaning of Easter are now one. I purchased this book for my grandchildren. I have read many children's book but none compare to this book. I am an artist and the illustrations are beautiful. Each picture looks like the original oil painting. In fact I had to touch the page to make sure it was not canvas. The story is beautiful and gives children and adults a story they will never forget. When I received my book, I could not believe the quality of the book. It truely is a coffee table book. In my family, this book will be passed down to other generations. It truely is a classic. I cannot recommend it enough to all families.
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