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Product Identifiers

PublisherKids CAN Press, The Limited

ISBN-101771380241

ISBN-139781771380249

eBay Product ID (ePID)201560461

Product Key Features

Book TitleBunny the Brave War Horse : Based on a True Story

Number of Pages32 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2014

TopicBiographical / Europe, Animals / Horses, General, Historical / Military & Wars

IllustratorYes, Lafrance, Marie

GenreJuvenile Fiction

AuthorElizabeth Macleod

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.4 in

Item Weight15.1 Oz

Item Length10.4 in

Item Width9.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

ReviewsMacLeod's lightly fictionalized narrative communicates the harsh realities of war without dwelling on blood and gore ... this will be a welcome addition to primary-grade history units.-- Booklist Online, Emotionally charged but never manipulative, Bunny's story and the story of World War I bravery will not be soon forgotten.-- Kirkus Reviews, The illustrations complement the story well with tasteful renderings of harsh events.-- Library Media Connection

Dewey Edition23

Grade FromFirst Grade

Grade ToThird Grade

Dewey Decimal813/.54

SynopsisWith a name like Bunny, the long-eared horse doesn't seem like an obvious choice to ship off to war. But through burning gas attacks, miserable weather and ever-present cross fire, Bunny proves himself invaluable, especially to the men who ride him. This is a heartwarming story of a World War I war horse who was as brave and strong as any soldier. Important historical context is provided in the end matter, and all historical details have been vetted for accuracy by expert reviewers., Award-winning nonfiction author Elizabeth MacLeod brings a slice of World War I history to life in this poignant picture book. It is based on the true story of a police horse named Bunny and his riders, brothers Bud and Thomas Dundas, sent to the European front as part of the 9th Battery Canadian Field Artillery. This quietly but powerfully told tale explores many of the actual on-the-ground hardships WWI soldiers endured, including a gas attack, wounded and killed comrades, exploding bombs and episodes of severe hunger. By focusing on the tender relationship between Bunny and the brothers and showing how he was able to provide comfort to the soldiers, the author makes the grim details easier for young readers to absorb. The somber palette employed by illustrator Marie Lafrance in her rich, distinctive and detailed artwork --- all on two-page spreads --- provides the appropriate level of seriousness. As a bonus, the author has provided a brief historical recap at the end that provides more background information about the real-life Bunny, Tom and Bud, with dates and specifics about WWI, which would be useful for creating a global studies teaching plan. The geography of the region is enhanced with a color map. This powerful book would make an excellent resource for any social studies unit about WWI, while it also works as a personalized reminder of the toll that war takes on humanity. Early readers interested in history or horses would enjoy it on their own., Award-winning nonfiction author Elizabeth MacLeod brings a slice of World War I history to life in this poignant picture book. It is based on the true story of a police horse named Bunny and his riders, brothers Bud and Thomas Dundas, sent to the European front as part of the 9th Battery Canadian Field Artillery. This quietly but powerfully told tale explores many of the actual on-the-ground hardships WWI soldiers endured, including a gas attack, wounded and killed comrades, exploding bombs and episodes of severe hunger. By focusing on the tender relationship between Bunny and the brothers and showing how he was able to provide comfort to the soldiers, the author makes the grim details easier for young readers to absorb. The somber palette employed by illustrator Marie Lafrance in her rich, distinctive and detailed artwork --- all on two-page spreads --- provides the appropriate level of seriousness.As a bonus, the author has provided a brief historical recap at the end that provides more background information about the real-life Bunny, Tom and Bud, with dates and specifics about WWI, which would be useful for creating a global studies teaching plan. The geography of the region is enhanced with a color map. This powerful book would make an excellent resource for any social studies unit about WWI, while it also works as a personalized reminder of the toll that war takes on humanity. Early readers interested in history or horses would enjoy it on their own.