An introverted rabbit throws a costume party for his friends but is overwhelmed by the noise Rabbit doesn't like parties ... but he does like his friends. So he invites them to a costume party and works hard all week to get ready. He rushes to and fro with oodles of things to prepare. He mows the lawn and weeds and rakes and waters the garden and scrubs and bakes. Finally, everything is ready, and Rabbit's friends arrive in their splendid costumes. The event is loud and lively with uproarious laughter and babbling conversation. Rabbit is soon overwhelmed by the all the activity and noise, and he slips away to find some quiet. When his friends discover him, they decide to switch to gentler activities so that Rabbit can rejoin the party. Narrated by a young girl, When Rabbit Was a Lion is a wonderful read-aloud with a warm, insightful Frog and Toad sensibility that highlights the importance of listening and communication , and encourages readers to accept themselves and others as they are. AGES: 3 to 7 AUTHOR: Euegenie Fernandes grew up painting with her father, comic-book illustrator Creig Flessel. Since graduating from the School of Visual Arts in New York City, she has written twenty five stories and illustrated over one hundred books for children, including the critically acclaimed Frogness and A Likkle Miss Lou. Having lived on islands all her life, Eugenie now lives and works on a small island in southern Ontario. SELLING POINTS: . Supports character education and social-emotional learning . Highlights themes of communication and dealing with overwhelm . A classic-feeling picture book that promotes inclusivity and understanding . New from critically acclaimed author and illustrator Eugenie Fernandes