The Runaway Bunny Book and Tape (Tell Me a Story)

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Summary: There are much better books capturing HEALTHY parental love
Review: This book was received as a gift and there are certainly parents who love it. But I must say that my wife and I were creeped out when we read it to our two-year-old daughter, who didn't like it much either.

First question: WHY does the bunny want to run away from his mother so badly?? It soon becomes clear enough. She threatens to stalk him wherever he goes. There is little love or support expressed, instead it comes across as, "you'll never escape my clutches, no matter how hard you try." No wonder he keeps trying to get away.

A much healthier message would be, "I will always love and support you as you explore the world and develop your own identity." Those looking for a book conveying parental love could check out "Guess How Much I Love You" (although it does contain some competitive overtones). Those looking for a God allegory could try "You Are Special."

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Summary: While times change, a parent's love does not.
Review: This precious story is not about a mother's smothering abuse of authority as inferred in another's review. It is about the love that goes with your child, despite their choices, affirming their independence, and supporting their life. Our kids want to try their wings. A parent's love follows them through good times and bad. It speaks only to the constancy of that devotion.