The Ragged Rabbit Giant
A lonely giant rabbit, known for his ragged appearance and a single long tooth, lives in isolation, feared by other animals. One day, a fairy bunny queen encounters him and, seeing his kind heart, transforms him into a handsome rabbit man. Excited to surprise his only friends, a fly and a cricket, he returns home, but they fail to recognize him and reject him. Heartbroken, he asks the fairy to revert him to his original form, preferring to be ragged than lose his friends. The fairy explains the situation to the fly and cricket, who then recognize their kind master. The rabbit giant, now transformed, repairs his home and becomes beloved by the local animals, who affectionately call him "Uncle Raggedy." The story concludes with the giant rabbit finding happiness and acceptance in his community.
By David Cory · First published 1987 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 3,322 words
First lines
Oh, lovely roses come in June, The Bubbling Brook has learned a tune, And all the birds on bush and tree Are singing songs for you and me.
"Ha, ha," laughed Little Jack Rabbit, as he hopped over the Sunny Meadow, "I wonder if Timmie Meadowmouse is home."
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: David Cory
- Date: 1987 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure
- Length: 3,322 words
- Structure: 1 section, 92 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — David Cory is known for his work in children's literature and the title indicates it is likely a light-hearted or imaginative storyline suitable for children.
- Fantasy — The title 'The Ragged Rabbit Giant' suggests elements of fantasy due to the presence of a character that is a 'giant' rabbit, which is a fanciful or mythical creature not present in reality.
- Adventure — Often books with animals as main characters, in this case a rabbit, could signify potential adventures the character may embark upon.
Tags
children's literature · fantasy · adventure · animals · rabbit · giant · friendship · imagination · whimsy · storytelling · illustrated · morals
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