"Judy can pat the bunny. Now YOU pat the bunny." Sound familiar? Pat the Bunny is a part of childhood, as soothing as cocoa and animal crackers. Dorothy Kunhardt's interactive book for babies and toddlers was one of the first of its kind when it was published in 1940, and it has since sold over six million copies. We pat the soft fur of the bunny, play peek-a-boo, look in the mirror, and then do it all over again. (And again and again and again.) After you Pat the Bunny with your baby, why not Pat the Cat and Pat the Dog? These two sequels were written by Edith Kunhardt, the daughter of the author of the original book. Both use the same tried-and-true Pat the Bunny format: sturdy cardboard pages with eight activities that wee ones can explore, from sniffing some brownies, to squeaking a teddy bear, to unfastening Grandma's tennis shoe. The simple line drawings and pastel colors don't do much for adults, but somehow they are just right for babies. This boxed set is a fine choice for a baby gift or first birthday present, and a lifesaver on a long car trip. (Baby to preschool) --Marcie Bovetz


Golden
Golden Touch and Feel Books are irresistible first books for toddlers. They contain things to touch, things to move, things to smell, and hidden surprises to peek at. Dorothy Kunhardt's Pat the Bunny, published in 1940, is one of the bestselling children's books of all time. Its companions in this set, Pat the Cat and Pat the Puppy, were written and illustrated by Dorothy Kunhardt's daughter, Edith. These three books make a perfect gift--already boxed and ready for wrapping!


Book Description
For over 50 years, Pat the Bunny has held a special place as Baby's First Book...and as a perennial bestseller. Since its first publication in 1940, Pat the Bunny has sold over 6 million copies, making it the number 6 all- time bestselling children's hardcover book*. Play along with Paul and Judy as they smell the flowers, look in the mirror, play peek-a-boo, and, of course, pat the bunny.*Publisher's Weekly, 2/5/96


From the Inside Flap
The original classic touch and feel book that has been entertaining babies for over 60 years.

FROM OUR EDITORS

One of the most endearing and enduring children's titles, this interactive classic has become a tradition passed from one generation to the next! Not only does it get babies and toddlers involved with books and reading, but it stimulates their senses, too! As kids turn the pages, they can join Paul and Judy as they play peek-a-boo, smell flowers, look in the mirror, feel Daddy's scratchy face, and, of course, pat the bunny. The lively, engaging pages -- filled with eight activities -- will entertain little ones with all kinds of hands-on fun!

ANNOTATION

"Judy can pat the bunny. Now you pat the bunny." Those words have been read countless times since the publication of this classic in 1940. With texture, peekaboo, mirrors, and more, this timeless book and its two sequels make babies gurgle with glee.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Touch and Feel books enhance a toddler's sensory world with textured materials. The materials are attached to durable pages, and the toddler is asked to feel the material or to look in the provided mirror.

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