Shadrach Book

Reread.
This is a sweet story of a little boy getting and loving a pet rabbit. It's told with Meindert DeJong's amazing ability to understand the concerns and motivations of the very young. Even though very little happens, my children were riveted by the story, even my 9-yr-old son that usually gets bored when a book is all talk and no action. For example, DeJong conveys the agony of waiting a whole week for something good so convincingly that my children were in agony to hear what happens next. Another beautiful thing about this story is the strong and secure love that Davie's grandparents and parents demonstrate to him -- there are so many books about dysfunctional families and children who feel ignored or unloved or misunderstood, that it's delightful to read of a loving family and grownups who take the time to know their child's concerns and allay their fears.