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The Highly Sensitive Rabbit is a picture book about Aurora, a sensitive rabbit learning self-care, communication and connection after a flood destroys her family’s burrow. The story introduces breathing techniques, taking time alone and setting boundaries, with a nonfiction section about Sonoran Desert plants and animals.
At a glance
- Story-led introduction to self-care, kindness and communication for highly sensitive children.
- Aurora learns breathing techniques, taking time alone and setting boundaries.
- Includes nonfiction information about plants and animals native to the Sonoran Desert.
Reference price: $33.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Uses a story about a rabbit and animal friends to introduce emotional coping and communication skills.
- The back section adds Sonoran Desert nature content alongside the story.
- Customer feedback praises the illustrations and says the book helps children understand and discuss emotions.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Sounds True |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 24 February 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age | 4 - 8 years |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1649632876 |
| Dimensions | 23.88 x 1.02 x 28.7 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 454 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children aged 4–8 who may benefit from a story about sensitivity, emotions and communicating needs.
- Adults looking for a picture book that combines emotional skills with Sonoran Desert nature information.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a guide focused only on factual desert wildlife information.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as meaningful and says it helps children understand and talk about emotions. Customers also respond positively to its treatment of sensitivity, story and illustrations. Most recorded ratings are five-star, though lower ratings are also present. For families considering it as an emotional-learning read-aloud, the reported appeal fits its story-led focus, but feedback does not establish how every child will respond.
Positive themes
- Customers say the book helps children understand and discuss emotions.
- Customer feedback praises the treatment of sensitivity, the story and the illustrations.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Highly Sensitive Rabbit about?
Aurora, a highly sensitive rabbit, meets animal friends after a flood destroys her family’s burrow. They help her explore self-care, kindness and ways to connect with others.
What coping skills does the story introduce?
The listing describes breathing techniques, taking time alone and setting boundaries.
Does the book include factual information?
Yes. The listing says it has a nonfiction section about plants and animals native to the Sonoran Desert.
What age is the book listed for?
The stated reading age is 4 - 8 years.
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