Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Ribbon
Uncle Wiggily, an elderly rabbit with rheumatism, agrees to accompany Baby Bunty, a young rabbit girl, on a walk through the woods. Despite his stiffness, he is charmed by Bunty's playful spirit. Bunty, wearing her best hair ribbon, is determined to keep Uncle Wiggily lively and engaged. As they journey, Bunty's ribbon repeatedly comes untied, prompting Uncle Wiggily to fix it each time. They find a pleasant spot in the woods where Bunty can play, and Uncle Wiggily decides to rest. Bunty, wanting to keep him awake, continues to untie her ribbon, calling for his help. Eventually, she alerts him to the presence of a fox, allowing them to escape safely. The story highlights themes of companionship, playfulness, and the importance of staying alert.
By Howard R. Garis · First published 1904 · Genre: Children's Literature, Animal Fiction, Fantasy · 1,067 words
First lines
Once upon a time Baby Bunty, the little rabbit girl, who was hidden in a hollow stump until she was found, said to Uncle Wiggily:
"Will you come with me for a walk in the woods today?"
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Howard R. Garis
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Animal Fiction, Fantasy, Fable, Adventure
- Length: 1,067 words
- Structure: 1 section, 32 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — Designed for young readers with simple language, engaging narrative, and moral undertones.
- Animal Fiction — Features anthropomorphic animal characters displaying human traits and behaviors.
- Fantasy — Incorporates whimsical settings and imaginative elements that transcend realistic boundaries.
- Fable — Uses animal characters to subtly impart lessons and values, characteristic of traditional fables.
Tags
children · literature · fiction · animals · tale · whimsical · adventure · fantasy · classic · rhyme · morality · imagination
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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