Ham, Jo. Oops! Rabbit. Jo Ham, Illus. Jo Ham’s Rabbit. Candlewick, 03/2024. [32]pp. Picture Book. Trade $10.00. 978-1-5362-3316-2. GRADES Baby/Toddler–Preschool. HIGH ADDITIONAL.
Ham’s simple monochromatic rabbit is contrasted by flashes of neon pink in this 7” x 7” picture book. With only a few words (“Rabbit on,” “Oops,” and “Rabbit off”) Ham manages to create a charming collection of visual vignettes. Rabbit starts by coloring on walls in bright pink paint, climbing on to and falling off of a chair. Next, Rabbit is planting a bright pink flag on a sandcastle when Oops! The waves wash it away. Then, Rabbit enjoys a bath with (Oops!) too many pink bubbles. Caregivers and toddlers will enjoy the silly situations and the striking graphics. The size of the book is too small for a storytime, but great for a more intimate lapsit.
Rachael Reiley—Hillcrest Elementary K–8 / Oakland Unified School District