She was also a historian and writer about the life of u. Jan 06, 2015 dorothy kunhardt wrote nearly 50 books in her lifetime, but was best known for pat the bunny, one of the bestselling childrens books of all time. Pat the bunny deluxe edition by dorothy kunhardt, board. Bedtime reading of pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt compatbunnytouchfeelbookdp0307120007. Dorothy kunhardt was the author of over 50 childrens book, including the legendary interactive baby book, pat the bunny.
Dorothy kunhardts most popular book is pat the bunny. The original classic touch and feel book that has been entertaining babies for over 60 years. Pat the bunny book by dorothy kunhardt bed bath and. Apr 21, 2011 pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt random house childrens books random house kids.
Pat the bunny first edition dorothy kunhardt bauman rare. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Touch n feel golden touch and feel book reissue by kunhardt, dorothy isbn. When most childrens books were moralistic young adult novels, kunhardt was writing books like junket is nice and pat the bunny with handwritten text, funny repetitious words, and things to touch and feel inside the books. In this beloved classic, paul and judy play peekaboo, smell flowers, look in the mirror, feel daddys scratchy face, and, of course, pat the bunny. Pat the bunny deluxe edition by dorothy kunhardt, board book. But no,, i got the same cheaply made book that was smaller that i expected. Kunhardt pat the cat expands upon the tradition begun by her mother, dorothy kunhardt, creator of pat the bunny. It was written and illustrated by dorothy kunhardt, who was a successful childrens author when she created pat the bunny for her 3yearold daughter, edith. Pat the puppy pat the bunny, book by edith kunhardt. Sensibly, the developers did not try to replicate the classic but rather extend it. A narrative in text and pictures of the assassination of abraham lincoln and the twenty days and nights that followedthe nation in mourning, the long trip home to springfield authors dorothy kunhardt, philip b. They go on and on about how they have included pages from the 1940 version but in doing so, they have left out the bunny. She was also a historian, writing several books about 19th century america, including a wellknown account of the aftermath of lincolns assassination.
Pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt, dorothy kunhardt, random. All eight activities in this timeless favorite will fascinate your little one. Much of her work was built on her mother dorothy kunhardts bestselling classic pat the bunny, with sequels such as pat the christmas bunny and pat the puppy. For over 75 years, pat the bunny has been creating special firsttime moments between parents and their children. This book was a classic in its full form, to exclude classic things from the book to include others daddys scratchy beard as another example, is disappointing. One of the bestselling childrens books of all time, this classic touchandfeel book offers babies a playful and engaging experience, all the while creating. Pat the bunny touch and feel book reissue paperback. Buy a cheap copy of twenty days book by dorothy kunhardt. Edith kunhardt is the daughter of dorothy kunhardt, and has brought life to her mothers original character through numerous pat the bunny titles. Pat the bunny is a touch and feel book for small children and babies and has been a. The page contents are unappealing and did not capture my one year olds attention. Pat the bunny touch and feel book by dorothy kunhardt. Mummys button box to shake and dollys ball to shake. Pat the bunny book by dorothy kunhardt buybuy baby.
Also, as if a bonus, it came in a collection box that included a free pat the puppy book, as written on the small invoice, but the box was intended for 3. Pat the bunny book by dorothy kunhardt bed bath and beyond. Small quarto, original pictorial stiff paper boards, original box. For generations, pat the bunny has been creating special firsttime moments between parents and their children. Those words have been read countless times since the publication of this classic in 1940. One of the bestselling childrens books of all time, this classic touchandfeel book offers babies a playful and engaging experience, all the. Jun 20, 2015 bedtime reading of pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt.
It was partly an experiment in using interactive elements in a book, which was unusual at the time. Pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt board book the parent store. May 01, 2001 pat the bunny pat the bunny plastic comb may 1 2001 by dorothy kunhardt author 4. Pat the bunny pat the bunny, book by dorothy kunhardt. This product is not worth the money the pages are thin cardboard attached to a binder and on opening it within 10mins it had fell apart. Pat the bunny and other interactive books for kids. Dorothy kunhardt wrote nearly 50 books in her lifetime, but was best known for pat the bunny, one of the bestselling childrens books of all time.
Inspired by the original pat the bunny book by dorothy kunhardt. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. With texture, peekaboo, mirrors, and more, this timeless book and its two sequels make babies gurgle with glee. Pat the bunny is recognized by leading educators as the most important first book for a babys early development. It was written and illustrated by dorothy kunhardt, who was a successful childrens author when she created pat the bunny for her 3yearold daughter. You can see why the book has been around since the 1940s. Dorothy kunhardt created pat the bunny for her 3yearold daughter, edith. Edith kunhardt is the daughter of dorothy kunhardt, and has brought life to her mothers original character through numerous pat the. Fun and interactive, children will be enthralled as you turn each page and can pat the bunny just like judy can. First books for baby pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt at indigo. Pat the bunny by kunhardt, dorothy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. I dont care about the new shakey buttons and the squeaky ball. The outstanding features are those that allow children to use their senses feeling, seeing, touching, and smelling as they interact with the book.
Introduce the next generation of children to the classic story pat the bunny with this new deluxe edition book. Dorothy kunhardt has 61 books on goodreads with 30502 ratings. Pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt goodreads share book. One of the bestselling childrens books of all time, this classic touchandfeel book offers babies a playful and engaging experience, all the while creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Dorothy kunhardt collectible childrens books loganberry. Pat the bunny touch and feel book reissue paperback by. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Bedtime reading of pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt. Buy a cheap copy of pat the bunny touch and feel book by dorothy kunhardt.
Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Touch n feel by dorothy kunhardt, 9780307120007, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. First published in 1940, this endearing book has become a beloved classic and a bestselling childrens book. Dorothy kunhardt is a very influential american author of childrens books designed to be read to small children. Pat the bunny touch and feel book by kunhardt, dorothy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Since its publication, pat the bunny has sold over 6 million. Penguin random house pat the bunny book by dorothy kunhardt. Upon receipt, i opened the book to relive the pat the bunny magic. Although it doesnt have the sensory elements that made the original book unique at its publication, this app provides interactive features that are accessible and engaging for the same age group. September 29, 1901 december 23, 1979 was an american childrensbook author, best known for the baby book pat the bunny. While the look and sound of the 1940 classic certainly served as the model for this volumes soothing, sparsely worded text and its simple, cheerful artwork, the mores and technology of the present day make themselves known. Kids can read the book, or have it read to them, and interact with several elements on each page.
When i handed pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt to my son after i read it to him in the library, he got a really big kid smile on his face and he held it close to him. It was partly an experiment in using interactive elements in a book, which was unusual at the timepat the bunny came out, took off and goes on, a novelty that children never tire of. Pat the bunny these days and he feels just as soft as. Touch n feel golden touch and feel book by dorothy kunhardt 1jun1962 plastic comb on. Help pat and judy pat the bunny, smell the flowers, and enjoy many other sensory activities. A look at the twenty days from the assassination of president abraham lincoln to his burial in springfield, illinois, features more than three hundred illustrations. Click to read more about pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt. Pat the bunny first edition dorothy kunhardt bauman. The color, style, and artwork are very similar to the book, and the gentle play that is encouraged also follows the original style. Your little one will love this classic touch and feel book with pat the bunny.
Parents need to know that pat the bunny is a clever retelling of the wellknown childrens book by dorothy kunhardt. Pat the bunny, one of the classic, bestselling childrens books of all time, is now available with a cuddly six inch bunny this fantastic book and bunny package makes the perfect gift for baby showers, newborns, or a special child of your own. Buy pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt online at alibris. First edition, first issue, of the first and most beloved touch and feel book for young children, an exceptional copy in the publishers original pictorial box. The timeless childrens classica perfect gift for easter, baby showers and first birthdays. Buy the hardcover book pat the bunny pat the bunny by dorothy kunhardt at indigo.