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Kunoichi Bunny
- Subject
- Toys, Dolls & Puppets
- Age
- 3-5 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Orca Book Publishers
- Size
- 22.9 cm × 27.4 cm
- ISBN
- 9781459827806
The sun is out and the birds are chirping. It’s a beautiful day for Saya, her dad and her well-loved stuffed bunny, Kunoichi, to go to the park.
On their way, Saya stealthily stops a fight by flinging her floppy four-legged ninja-bunny between two snarling cats. Later on, on the bus, Saya throws Kunoichi under the wheels of a child’s stroller, halting its dangerous roll toward the stairs. Dad doesn't notice as Saya uses Kunoichi to save the day time and time again on their outing and on the bus home, proving small actions can have a great impact.
This wordless picture book in graphic novel format by award-winning author Sara Cassidy and illustrator Brady Sato will bring joy to every reader who believes in the magic of stuffed animals.
About the creators
Sara CassidyAuthor
Sara Cassidy’s children’s books include finalists for the Governor General’s Literary Award in Young People’s Literature, Chocolate Lily Award, City of Victoria Children’s Book Prize, Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children’s Book Award and the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award. Her early novel Genius Jolene won a BC Book Prize. Her most recent book for young readers is Star Sailor, The Story of Words. She also writes for adults. Sara lives in Victoria, British Columbia, and visits France often.
Brady SatoIllustrator
Brady Sato is a Japanese Canadian illustrator who specializes in digital illustration. They developed an appreciation for visual storytelling from watching TV shows and reading manga as a child in Japan. Brady studied visual narrative at TAD in Austin, Texas, with Pixar artist Kelsey Mann. They are the creator of the popular webcomic All That You Are and their first picture book, Kunoichi Bunny, was named a 2022 New York Public Library's Best Book for Kids. Brady lives in Canmore, Alberta.
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What reviewers said
“Allows the reader to use their imaginations as they become the narrators of the tale…Will inspire kids as they will learn that no matter what your size you can make a huge impact on your world.”
“Saya, her family, and friends are beautiful examples of non-traditional gender roles, diversity, and inclusion. It is a perfect book for pre-readers to help tell the story of what is happening through illustrations and what might happen next.”
“The story is charming from start to finish, and the pencil artwork finished digitally is exceptional. While there is the drama of the many heroic actions, the father-daughter dynamic is loving and invites careful attention. Those who share this fine picture book will find much to discuss, and will enjoy mimicking its many sounds.”
“Sato [excels] at portraying dynamic, animation-like characters…allowing easy visualization of the protagonist’s thought process through storyboard-like panels.”
“Captivating…Sato does a brilliant job with point of view, perspective, and zoom, moving the plot along and giving it the feel of an everyday superhero story. This inviting book effectively encourages visual literacy for the youngest audience.”
“A gentle, tender father-daughter excursion…The girl’s bravery reveals her as the true kunoichi of this tale.”
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