Velveteen Rabbit - Margery Williams

nOriginally published in 1922, The Velveteen Rabbit has delighted young readers for nearly a century. The story follows a young boy who's given a stuffed rabbit as a Christmas gift. After the rabbit befriends other nursery toys, he comes to the realization that he wants to become a real rabbit. Eventually, the boy becomes ill and is relocated; his room is then disinfected and all the boy's toys are thrown out, including the velveteen rabbit. The rabbit sheds a real tear causing a fairy to appear and turn him into a real rabbit. nIn 2007, the book was named one of Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children by the National Education Association. This elegant, affordable edition includes beautiful, full-color illustrations throughout the book from the original illustrator, William Nicholson. Each image accompanies the text to enhance young readers' experience and immerse them in this captivating story. n nReprinted hundreds of times since its initial publication, The Velveteen Rabbit is a timeless children's classic lets young readers experience the true magic of friendship, love, and being honest with oneself.n