num_pages: 40
description: When a dog and a rat come upon a rabbit flattened on the road in their neighborhood they contemplate her situation wondering what they should do to help her. They decide it cant be much fun to lie there; she should be moved. But how? And to where? Finally the dog comes up with an inspired and unique idea and they work together through the night to make it happen. Once finished they cant be positive but they think they have done their best to help the flat rabbit get somewhere better than the middle of the road where they found her. Sparely told with simple artwork The Flat Rabbit treats the concept of death with a sense of compassion and gentle humor  and a note of practicality. In the end the dogs and the rats caring thoughtful approach results in an unusual yet perfect way to respect their departed friend.Grade: 3Fountas &amp; Pinnel: NLexile Measure: AD 610LCommon Core State Standards:CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.3.33a55a5b5cCCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.3.44aCCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.3.13456710CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.3.33a3b3c3d56810
language: English
title: The Flat Rabbit
publisher: Owlkids