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Summary: A story of adventure and friendship for young readers
Review: An enchanting children's book, ideally to be read aloud--preferably by a loving grandparent or great-grandparent. I purchased it so that I could read it to my 4-year-old great grandson. The story features a hand-made bunny, made by a young woman in England for a customer in North Carolina, and it's all about Jeremy's travels to get to his new home, and the people (and animals) that he meets along the way. Knowing my great grandson, I know that he will listen wide-eyed from the beginning 'til the end of the tale. The author, Jan Karon, wrote it for her own daughter, Candace, which is also the name of the North Carolinian recipient of Jeremy, the honest bunny, in the story. The illustrations by Teri Weidner also add a nice touch to the book. No children's book would be complete without appropriate illustrations. ...
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Summary: For the Young at Heart
Review: An elegantly attired, real cute little stuffed bunny, Jeremy comes to life after having been lovingly created by Lydia in her modest country home in England. First he thanks her for having made him the best bunny ever. Then he pleads not to be placed in a mailing box he claims would be too dark and lonely for the journey. He opts to hop, asisted by two special redeeming features at his disposal: Lydia has permanently sewn honesty right into him and has confidently sent him off with her favorite verse from Psalm 91: "He will give his angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways." What a variety of two-legged and four-legged creatures he encounters along the way as he seeks directions and hospitality and overcomes myriad obstacles! Some things go very smoothly, such as his stylish ride across the Atlantic in a sea captain's cabin, even if he does have to share it with the captain's pest of a parrot. Later on in Virginia, fortunately for Jeremy, Charles Benchley Owl, who resides in the hollow of a tree in which Jeremy chooses to rest, prefers Hershey Bars to eating rabbits. Says author, Jan Karon, "I wanted to do something for my daughter that would last a long time - perhaps even a lifetime. So I wrote a book about a bunny named Jeremy who went on a journey." Lydia, Jan Karon and mothers everywhere strive to do their best to equip and prepare their progeny well enough to go forth independently towards worthwhile goals, out into a world full of dark and lonely places where choices must be made daily to meet life's challenges. I highly recommend that the young at heart join in on Jeremy's experiences, feasting on Jan Karon's witty and upbeat writing, accompanied by Teri Weidner's colorful and charming illustrations.
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Summary: The cutest book!
Review: Even though this book is easy, it is so cute! This is the only book I can find that is good for bunny lovers(like me). Just go to the library or buy this book and read it. It makes great before bed stories!
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Summary: Not that impressed
Review: I love books. I love children's books and love reading to my grandchildren. I must say that I was not all that impressed with this book. The physical look of the book is gorgeous. It is a high quality hardback with adorable, charming pictures. But I just couldn't get into the story line. I certainly don't see it in the same category as classics like Peter Rabbit and the Velveteen Rabbit. I bought it to read to my four and five year old grandchildren. I just can't see them sitting still for that whole story. I couldn't even get through it in one sitting myself. I think it is too long for a reading session for children who can't read yet and I don't think it would hold the interest of children old enough to read for themselves, so I'm not sure what the target age would be. I am obviously in the minority with this opinion, but as one who has read tons of books to my own children, as a substitute teacher and now as a Grandma;I think my opinion should carry some weight.
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Summary: An engaging, entertaining, highly recommended storybook.
Review: Jan Karon's Jeremy: Tale Of An Honest Bunny will reach ages 5 and older with its story of a handsome English bunny's journey to North Carolina. Jeremy's adventures on his way to America and a new home make for engaging chapters with Teri Weidner's color drawings peppering the story.
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Summary: The cutest book!
Review: Jan Karon's tale of bunny adventure has stood the test of time in our household. The story of Jeremy, the English bunny sent with silver buttons to America, protected by Biblical verse and by the likes of Charles Benchley Owl, this was a fun first read for all. Now, left on a handy table, we're finding some of the lines getting a reprise -- "Don't take carrots from strangers" -- while the unusual depth of Teri Weidner's illustrations draws the reader back for second and more close looks. All of the art fits the tone and sense of the book. The full-page work is particularly entrancing. This bunny honestly provides repreated pleasure.
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Summary: Jeremy definitely a come-back bunny
Review: Jan Karon's tale of bunny adventure has stood the test of time in our household. The story of Jeremy, the English bunny sent with silver buttons to America, protected by Biblical verse and by the likes of Charles Benchley Owl, this was a fun first read for all. Now, left on a handy table, we're finding some of the lines getting a reprise -- "Don't take carrots from strangers" -- while the unusual depth of Teri Weidner's illustrations draws the reader back for second and more close looks. All of the art fits the tone and sense of the book. The full-page work is particularly entrancing. This bunny honestly provides repreated pleasure.
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Summary: Jan Karon Does It Again!
Review: This tale of a stuffed bunny setting out to deliver himself to his new owner is wonderful! Jan Karon's writings are always warm and witty, and Jeremy is no exception. Adult readers will find much to smile about in this story, and children will be enchanted with the idea of a toy rabbit having an adventure on his way to a new home. The illustrations are beautiful, also, and add a lot to the tale. I thoroughly enjoyed this little book!
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Summary: Jan Karon Does It Again!
Review: This tale of a stuffed bunny setting out to deliver himself to his new owner is wonderful! Jan Karon's writings are always warm and witty, and Jeremy is no exception. Adult readers will find much to smile about in this story, and children will be enchanted with the idea of a toy rabbit having an adventure on his way to a new home. The illustrations are beautiful, also, and add a lot to the tale. I thoroughly enjoyed this little book!
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