Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Picnic
Uncle Wiggily, a rabbit gentleman, plans a leisurely hop through the woods and a visit to Grandfather Goosey Gander. Baby Bunty, a little rabbit girl, expresses her desire for a picnic, which Uncle Wiggily agrees to. They prepare a picnic basket with the help of Nurse Jane and invite several animal friends, including Billie and Johnnie Bushytail, Lulu, Jimmie, and Alice Wibblewobble, Jackie and Peetie Bow Wow, and Nannie and Billie Wagtail, to join them. The group gathers under a tree, enjoying their picnic with various animal-themed treats. However, Uncle Wiggily begins to fall asleep, which concerns the children as they want to play games. Baby Bunty takes it upon herself to wake him by tickling his ears and nose with a fern leaf and grass. Uncle Wiggily wakes up, startled but amused, and agrees to play games with the children. The picnic turns lively as Uncle Wiggily engages in games like "Hop Over the Stump," bringing joy to all the animal children. The story concludes with a whimsical note about a pumpkin pie and chocolate cake, hinting at more adventures to come.
By Howard R. Garis · First published 1919 · Genre: Children's Literature, Animal Fiction, Fantasy · 1,111 words
First lines
"What are you going to do today, Uncle Wiggily? " asked Baby Bunty, as she saw the rabbit gentleman sitting in the sun on a bench at the side of his hollow stump bungalow one morning.
"Oh! I'm going to take a little hop through the woods, and perhaps call on Grandfather Goosey Gander, to see if he is well again, after having had a cold in his bill," spoke Mr. Longears.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Howard R. Garis
- Date: 1919 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Animal Fiction, Fantasy, Humor, Adventure
- Length: 1,111 words
- Structure: 1 section, 31 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The narrative is designed for young readers, featuring simple language and engaging characters.
- Animal Fiction — The story centers on anthropomorphic animal characters behaving in human-like ways.
- Fantasy — Imaginative elements such as talking animals and whimsical adventures are prominent.
- Humor — The playful tone and amusing situations contribute to a lighthearted, humorous atmosphere.
Tags
children's literature · picture book · adventure · anthropomorphic animals · whimsical · fantasy · picnic · friends · journey · classic · imagination · animal tale
More by Howard R. Garis
- The Second Adventures of Uncle Wiggily (1914)
- Uncle Wiggily on the Farm (1903)
- Uncle Wiggily's Silk Hat (1923)
- Uncle Wiggily's Fishing Trip (1902)
- Uncle Wiggily's Rolling Hoop (1918)
- Uncle Wiggily and Baby Bunty (1918)
- Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Skates (1902)
- Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Ride (1918)
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