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Rabbit and Bear: Rabbit's Bad Habits
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Series: Rabbit and Bear
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Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books.
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Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books.
'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week)
Bear wakes up early from hibernation. If she can't sleep, then at least she can make a snowman. Rabbit has never made a snowman, but he definitely wants to make one that's better than Bear's.
But with an avalanche and a hungry wolf heading his way, Rabbit soon realises that it might be nice to have a friend on his side.
From novelist and playwright Julian Gough, and the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, Jim Field, this is a tale of friendship, gravity, and just a little bit of poo.
Rabbit's Bad Habits is a breath of fresh air in children's fiction, a laugh-out-loud story of rabbit and wolf and bear, of avalanches and snowmen. The sort of story that makes you want to send your children to bed early, so you can read it to them.' Neil Gaiman
Shortlisted for the Children's Book of the Year in the Irish Book Awards
Series: Rabbit and Bear
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Rabbit and Bear: Rabbit's Bad Habits
Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. 'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week) Bear wakes up early from hibernation. If she can't sleep,...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday -
Rabbit and Bear: A Bite in the Night
Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear ... on the day that a new creature arrives in their valley, trying to Change Everything. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. 'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week) Rabbit is surprised: some of the trees...Paperback$1800Elsewhere:$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday -
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Rabbit and Bear: A Bad King is a Sad Thing
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NEW in a gorgeous hardback gift edition with foil on the cover, this modern classic is the perfect present for Christmas. A brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear ... who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. 'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week) Bear wakes up early from...Hardback$3499Unit price /UnavailableOut 6 Oct 2026Pre-order -
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
The book is celebrated for its humour and engaging storytelling, reminiscent of timeless classics. It has been praised for its delightful and cheeky narrative, making it a joyous read for both children and adults alike.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781444921687
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 September 2016
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Children's Books
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Jim Field
- Illustrated by Jim Field
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 185.0mm
Weight: 197g
Pages: 112
About the Author
Julian and Jim's Rabbit and Bear books have been shortlisted twice for the Children's Book of the Year in the Irish Book Awards, and also for the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award.
Julian Gough is a novelist, playwright, poet, musician and script-writer. He was born in London, grew up in Ireland and now lives in Berlin. Among many other things, Julian wrote the ending to MINECRAFT, the world's most successful computer game for children of all ages. He likes to drink coffee and steal pigs.Jim Field is an award-winning illustrator, character designer and animation director. He grew up in Farnborough, worked in London and now lives in Paris. His first picture book, CATS AHOY!, written by Peter Bently, won the BookTrust Roald Dahl Funny Prize. He is perhaps best known for drawing frogs on logs in the bestselling OI FROG! He likes playing the guitar and drinking coffee.Also by Julian Gough
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Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear ... on the day that a new creature arrives in their valley, trying to Change Everything. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. 'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week) Rabbit is surprised: some of the trees...Paperback$1800Elsewhere:$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday -
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Rabbit and Bear: The Pest in the Nest
Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. The Times, Book of the Week describes it as 'A perfect animal double-act.' 'PEACE AND QUIET,' shouts Rabbit. 'THAT'S ALL...Paperback$1200Elsewhere:$1499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday -
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Rabbit and Bear: Attack of the Snack
Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. 'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week) SPLASH! A Mysterious Thing lands in Rabbit and Bear's peaceful...Paperback$1600Elsewhere:$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday -
Rabbit and Bear: A Bad King is a Sad Thing
Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear ... and how to defeat an icebear who wants to be king. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. 'A perfect animal double-act.' The Times, Book of the Week Icebear has arrived in Rabbit and Bear's valley, and he wants...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday -
Rabbit and Bear: This Lake is Fake!
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When Tad Kicked Vlad
'A tremendous, mighty ripper of a book. Contains kicks, laughs, hugs and a meteoric fart. Children will love it!' – Jim Field, illustrator of Oi Frog and The Lion Inside 'Has genuine warmth and depth, wonderfully supported by hilarious illustrations. Children will adore it . . . and adults can be reassured by the brilliantly positive conclusion. A classic in...Hardback$2999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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Rabbit and Bear: Rabbit's Bad Habits Christmas Gift Edition
NEW in a gorgeous hardback gift edition with foil on the cover, this modern classic is the perfect present for Christmas. A brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear ... who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. 'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week) Bear wakes up early from...Hardback$3499Unit price /UnavailableOut 6 Oct 2026Pre-order -
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