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Jan Brett’s lovable bunny hero, Hoppi, and her remarkable Easter Rabbit will enchant readers as they pore over illustrations filled with dazzling eggs made by Flora Bunny, Aunt Sassyfrass and others.
If Hoppi can make the best Easter egg, he will get to help the Easter Rabbit with his deliveries on Easter morning. But it is not so easy. Discouraged, he goes into the woods to think when a blue robin’s egg tumbles out of its nest. Hoppi keeps it safe and warm until the baby bird hatches, and when the Easter Rabbit arrives, he declares the empty blue eggshell the very best one to reward Hoppi for his kindness.
Spring is everywhere in gorgeous illustrations framed with pussy willows, flowering vines and flowers. Side borders feature busy rabbits making their unusual eggs and, in a border above, the Robin’s family drama unfolds.
A gatefold surprise reveals the Easter Rabbit.
Publisher : G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers; First Edition (February 9, 2010)
Language : English
Hardcover : 32 pages
ISBN-10 : 039925238X
ISBN-13 : 978-0399252389
Reading age : 2 – 5 years, from customers
Lexile measure : AD760L
Item Weight : 1.2 pounds
Dimensions : 10.44 x 0.43 x 11.31 inches
Customers say
Customers enjoy the beautiful illustrations and nice story. They find the book fun to read and a great Easter gift for all ages. The story is described as sweet, charming, and selfless. Readers appreciate the message of helping others and kindness, which can be reinforced through the author’s website.
Georgia Peach –
Lovely story with a nice message
I was looking for a Easter-themed story that did not have any religious references to put in a child’s Easter basket. I took a chance on this book based on the other positive reviews as well as the fact that my children love some of Jan Brett’s other books. This story was exactly what I was looking for and I am so glad I ordered it. The message of helping others, kindness, and selflessness is expressed beautifully in both the words and pictures. We will enjoy reading this each Easter season.
R Sug –
A favorite
This is a favorite Easter story in our family. This is actually our second copy; our original copy was a board book but I decided I wanted a full sized copy because Jan Brett’s illustrations are so beautiful. She is an amazing artist and has published many beautiful books, but in this one she truly goes above and beyond. My kids love looking at the “other” story that’s going on in the margins of the book, and her details are just fantastic. We also love the moral of the story: that helping another, even at the cost of what you may want, is beautiful and worth celebrating.
Steph –
The Easter Egg by Jan Brett
I LOVE any books by Jan Brett and was lucky enough to meet her. Her books are always engaging and the illustrations are colorful and gorgeous. You should always check out the illustrations because they are full of details.
Chelsea –
Lovely Easter Book – enjoyed by all ages
Got this for my 1.5yo’s Easter Basket. Her and the 3yo and 5yo all adore this book. I love the illustrations (as with all Jan Brett’s books)- after a couple readings just observe the pictures extra closely, esp the robins at the top. Each rabbit creates easter eggs differently (with paint, wood, metal, used as flower pots, etc), but Hoppi’s egg is most special bc he cared for the Robin’s egg until it hatched out. He wasn’t able to create one like he originally hoped, but did something far more meaningful. Great story, durable book- will he enjoyed for years!
Dee –
Great children’s book
We had this book for our child. Now all grown, the book is still a brings back great memories for all of us. I still buy it for friends expecting new little ones knowing the pictures and stories will continue to make great memories.
Alivia –
Beautiful book
Book came well package and shipping was quick from seller. We love Jan Brett in our household. The illustrations are magical!
MamaT –
Sweet Easter Story and amazing illustration
I read this to my children during Easter time and it is a sweet story but the illustration is what steals the show here. So intricate! We will be pulling this out every Easter to come.
Kira –
Cute story with one random fold out page!
I love the story, illustrations are beautiful and the story is sweet. For some reasons one page is a fold out page unlike the rest of the pages.. so ransome, not sure if it was on purpose or a random defect?!
Amazon Customer –
Nice book. My grandaughter loves it
Crostolina –
Ho solo alcuni libri di Jan Brett e ne prenderò di sicuro altri. Il lavoro artistico è tanto e di qualità. Niente copia/incolla di foto modificate in qualche modo, ma tanto lavoro. Nel frontespizio della copertina alla fine, spiega quali razze di conigli e galline ha usato come modelli (all’inizio cita anche i nomi). Per me che sono un’amante dei conigli è molto interessante. I disegni delle varie razze di conigli, sono stupendi, veramente belli. L’abbigliamento di ognuno è fantastico, gli strumenti usati per creare le varie uova e i cesti per trasportarle bellissimi. Le varie uova sono fantasiose e bellissime. Se si guarda il libro con più attenzione e lentezza, sui lati c’e “un’altra storia” di personaggi e delle loro uova, particolareggiate e curate. C’è addirittura un coniglio che decora 2 uova con la stessa fantasia del suo giubbetto e di ciò che ha sotto. Le figure laterali sono contenute in una sorta di cornice di rami e fiori e non ce c’è una uguale all’altra, veramente un gran lavoro. Il carro con le galline é strepitoso, paragonabile solo a certe slitte con renne di Babbo Natale. La storia è basata sull’usanza del Coniglio Pasquale che va a distribuire le uova che i conigli hanno creato con tanta maestria e passione e il coniglio che ha decorato l’uovo più bello, può andare col coniglio Pasquale a distribuire le uova. Ma quest’anno c’è una sorpresa e “il vincitore” in realtà è un giovane coniglio che non è riuscito a decorare il suo primo uovo, perchè è stato impegnato in “una lunga operazione di salvataggio”….che ha sempre a che vedere con le uova 🐰. È molto carina, non è solo una “giustificazione” alle illustrazioni, si legge con curiosità. È molto tenera e personalmente mi ha commosso senza stucchevoli buonismi. Bellissimo libro, sia come disegni che come storia, da conservare e riguardare. Alla fine c’è un foglio di adesivi per decorare le uova pasquali. Bello per i bambini, bellissimo per gli amanti di illustrazioni come me. In Inglese. Per chi non lo sa…vale la pena di digitare i paragrafi in un traduttore (è un piccolo gioco anche quello per chi è capace).10 stelle 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Claude Nozeres –
Beautiful book, cute tale
Gines Carrillo Cava –
Un precioso libro en inglés para los días de Semana Santa, basado en la tradición de países del norte de Europa, y que permite dar una visión de la Pascua que no sea la meramente religiosa. La historia es bonita y simple, y las ilustraciones son una maravilla. Fácil de leer el inglés, y fácil de traducir al castellano en caso de que se desee leer a niños pequeños que no entiendan el inglés.
Vera –
I love the illustrations! The book is good quality, will definitely live through a kids’ vandalism.