Review: THE TALE OF PETER RABBIT, Module One, Intro to Children and their Literature

Potter, Beatrix. 2001. THE TALE OF PETER RABBIT. Ill. By Michael Hague. New York: SeaStar Books. ISBN 1587170523.

This is the classic tale of a little rabbit that disobeys his mother. He wanders into Mr. McGregor’s garden. He is almost caught and narrowly escapes a terrible fate which befell his father, being put into a pie. Children will enjoy this tale of Peter who does exactly the opposite of what his mother asks and wanders off on his own mischievous adventure. Peter begins this adventure pleasantly with a tasty snack but things soon turn bleak when Mr. McGregor discovers Peter and the race is on. Children will worry and cheer as Peter narrowly escapes Mr. McGregor more than once. The story ends with Peter getting medicine and an early bedtime as a consequence of his adventure.His siblings, who didn’t break any rules, receive a treat. This tale will remind children that you receive what you deserve. This version of THE TALE OF PETER RABBIT, illustrated by Michael Hague, is large and colorful. The pictures are full of detail and life. The animals are soft and realistic. Children will find much to look at and discuss as they read this version.