Billy Bunny and the Circus Elephant

Name: Billy Bunny and the Circus Elephant
Author: David Cory

David Cory's "Billy Bunny and the Circus Elephant" is a children's book that tells the story of a young rabbit who dreams of joining the circus. With the help of his friends, Billy learns to believe in himself and his abilities, and eventually becomes a star performer in the circus. The book teaches important lessons about perseverance, self-confidence, and the value of friendship.

By David Cory · First published 1987 · Genre: Children's Fiction, Animal Fiction, Adventure · 623 words

First lines

Let me see. I left off in the last story when the Circus Elephant stepped into the Luckymobile, didn't I? You remember he had been injured in a Fourth of July celebration, and good, kind Uncle Lucky offered to take him home.

Well as soon as he sat down the tires burst and then, of course, the automobile wouldn't go, for the cabaret wouldn't work and the engine wouldn't whistle. So Billy Bunny got out the sticking plaster and fixed the tires and then he made the elephant blow them up with his trunk, but he wouldn't let him get in again.

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Billy Bunny and the Circus Elephant is listed on Textopian as a short story by David Cory, dated 1987 CE.

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Work type: Short story
Author: David Cory
Date: 1987 CE
Language: English
Genres: Children's Fiction, Animal Fiction, Adventure
Length: 623 words
Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Genres

Children's Fiction — The book is part of David Cory’s 'Billy Bunny' series, aimed at young readers, featuring anthropomorphic animal characters and simple narratives.
Animal Fiction — The protagonists of the story are animal characters, and the narrative largely revolves around their perspectives and experiences.
Adventure — The book often involves various adventures that the titular character, Billy Bunny, embarks on; in this case, with the circus elephant.