The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown
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Book Reviews of The Runaway Bunny
Book Review: Not My Favorite Book
Summary: 2 Stars
I bought this book for my 17 mo old b/c he is quite obsessed with Goodnight Moon and I like the black and white and color illustrations in both. I knew what The Runaway Bunny was about, but I don't feel that comfortable reading it to my child.
I understand that children need to feel secure in their world and know that their mothers are there for them. I understand that that is the book's message, I also feel like I am telling my child that I will thwart his attempts at independence.
I don't want him to think that is what mothers want for their children. I feel compelled to clarify this for him as I read it.
The illustrations are great though. A better book that deals with a child's autonomy is "I Love You Stinky Face".
Book Review: For Overprotective Moms
Summary: 2 Stars
Review by Sherry North, Author, Because You Are My Baby
This imaginative book reassures children that Mom will always love them and be there for them, even if they are angry or feel like running away. Yet, I find it unsettling how the mother bunny is so determined to undermine her child's sense of independence. One line is particularly disturbing: the little bunny says he will become a sailboat and sail away, and the mother answers, "I will become the wind and blow you where I want you to go." I'm not a psychologist or anything, but this line seems so controlling - not a message I want to give my child.
Book Review: Terrible story
Summary: 1 Stars
The book and pictures are fine, but the story is awful. The mother bunny is totally smothering - give the kid some space! Just because the little rabbit needs some space doesn't mean the love is not there. The only part I like is when the mother turns into a tree. At least the little rabbit can choose to fly back instead of being constantly hounded! I have to explain to my kids (2 and 3 years old) that it is okay for them to want to be alone sometimes whenever I read this book to them (which is not often).Book Review: Abusive relationship
Summary: 1 Stars
This has to be the creepiest book for young children I have ever read. It is a perfect allegory for an abusive relationship. The mother bunny is an abusive husband and the baby bunny is an abused wife. The "mother" stalks the "baby" and convinces him that there is no way to escape even in fantasy. In the end the "baby", like many victims of domestic abuse, gives up hope and decides that if he pleases his abuser his life will be better.