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Ralphy the Rabbit: Finds Himself
It's never too early for a child to learn to feel special and happy about who they are.
Ralphy the Rabbit has always been self-conscious about his ears because they look like dog ears. He's ecstatic when Marta finally overlooks them and takes him home from the pet store. But when Oscar the Cat fakes an injury, compelling Marta to neglect Ralphy and nurse a faking Oscar back to health, Ralphy wishes he could speak like the parakeets in the pet store to let Marta know about Oscar.
One day, Ralphy spots a magician on TV, who changes a rabbit into a little girl. That's it! Ralphy wants the magician to change him into a little boy. He could get rid of his dog-like ears and tell Marta about Oscar! The problem? The magician works far, far away at the flea market and Ralphy has no way to get there. When an opportunity arises for Ralphy to get a ride to the magician, he and Oscar wind up stranded together on the streets of Orlando. Can Ralphy and Oscar overcome their differences and help each other? Will Ralphy reach the magician?
Join Ralphy and Oscar on their journey of self-discovery where they have the opportunity to learn about friendship, creativity and acceptance and above all, about being comfortable with who they are.
Ralphy the Finds Himself is the first book in the David L Wallace chapter book series. If you like entertaining early reader stories that provides you a way to teach a child to feel good about themselves, then you'll love David L Wallace's debut children's story. Get Ralphy the Finds Himself and give yourself a fun way to help equip children to navigate their ages 6-8, preteen and coming of age years today.
Ralphy the Rabbit has always been self-conscious about his ears because they look like dog ears. He's ecstatic when Marta finally overlooks them and takes him home from the pet store. But when Oscar the Cat fakes an injury, compelling Marta to neglect Ralphy and nurse a faking Oscar back to health, Ralphy wishes he could speak like the parakeets in the pet store to let Marta know about Oscar.
One day, Ralphy spots a magician on TV, who changes a rabbit into a little girl. That's it! Ralphy wants the magician to change him into a little boy. He could get rid of his dog-like ears and tell Marta about Oscar! The problem? The magician works far, far away at the flea market and Ralphy has no way to get there. When an opportunity arises for Ralphy to get a ride to the magician, he and Oscar wind up stranded together on the streets of Orlando. Can Ralphy and Oscar overcome their differences and help each other? Will Ralphy reach the magician?
Join Ralphy and Oscar on their journey of self-discovery where they have the opportunity to learn about friendship, creativity and acceptance and above all, about being comfortable with who they are.
Ralphy the Finds Himself is the first book in the David L Wallace chapter book series. If you like entertaining early reader stories that provides you a way to teach a child to feel good about themselves, then you'll love David L Wallace's debut children's story. Get Ralphy the Finds Himself and give yourself a fun way to help equip children to navigate their ages 6-8, preteen and coming of age years today.
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Published May 1, 2017
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May 26, 2017
Ralphy The Rabbit is a delightful kids book about a young rabbit that did not look like the other rabbits at the pet store so no one will buy him, until he meets Marta and there is where his journey starts. This journey takes him through a busy city with lots of traffic, past a vicious dog that want to make him their next meal, to a flea market where he is in a magic shows, and finally back to his forever home. Along the way Ralphy learns to be courageous, and in the end he learns a great life lesson that he is perfect just the way he is, that he does not have to change for any one for any reason.
I really enjoyed this story it is one I would highly recommend it to everyone to share with their kids since it teaches them to love themselves no matter what, and that they do not have to change for anyone. There is so much that goes on in the story that it grabbed and held on to my attention the whole time. I also really loved each of the illustrations they were so lively and added so much to the story. I feel that they help kids really see the story and actions. Some of the illustrations also add humor to the book, seeing a tiny bunny beat up a big dog is a picture that really get kids to giggling.
If I had to pick some things that I would change first and foremost is to add more illustrations and to also make sure the pictures are more accurate to the story line and more dynamic. In the story, the reader is told that "Goldie" the goldfish lives in a converted old TV, and this sounded so neat, but the illustration was just a plain cartoon goldfish in a cartoon fishbowl, a real missed opportunity to showcase something so interesting and that to me is an example of one of the issues I would change about the book. Second, would be wording, some of the references sounded a bit strange, and example of this would be Marta referring to her parents as "Daddy John" and Momma Sarah" instead of just plain mom and dad, like most kids do. As well as the author refers to Marta's friend as her girlfriend, and I know that the author meant it as Marta meeting her friend who happens to be a girl, but when reading that section the word just feels a bit odd.
Overall, this is a 5 out of 5 star book for me, it has everything a kid could want in a story! Any faults I see in the book are very very minor and truly do not take away from the book, but if improved could add more to it.
I really enjoyed this story it is one I would highly recommend it to everyone to share with their kids since it teaches them to love themselves no matter what, and that they do not have to change for anyone. There is so much that goes on in the story that it grabbed and held on to my attention the whole time. I also really loved each of the illustrations they were so lively and added so much to the story. I feel that they help kids really see the story and actions. Some of the illustrations also add humor to the book, seeing a tiny bunny beat up a big dog is a picture that really get kids to giggling.
If I had to pick some things that I would change first and foremost is to add more illustrations and to also make sure the pictures are more accurate to the story line and more dynamic. In the story, the reader is told that "Goldie" the goldfish lives in a converted old TV, and this sounded so neat, but the illustration was just a plain cartoon goldfish in a cartoon fishbowl, a real missed opportunity to showcase something so interesting and that to me is an example of one of the issues I would change about the book. Second, would be wording, some of the references sounded a bit strange, and example of this would be Marta referring to her parents as "Daddy John" and Momma Sarah" instead of just plain mom and dad, like most kids do. As well as the author refers to Marta's friend as her girlfriend, and I know that the author meant it as Marta meeting her friend who happens to be a girl, but when reading that section the word just feels a bit odd.
Overall, this is a 5 out of 5 star book for me, it has everything a kid could want in a story! Any faults I see in the book are very very minor and truly do not take away from the book, but if improved could add more to it.
June 28, 2017
Ralphy the Rabbit Finds Himself is a cute beginning chapter book for children about a rabbit who has peculiar ears and finds it hard to find a home. When he does find a home with a young girl who loves him his mistake of taking a nibble out of a table and the emergence of another pet sends Ralphy on an adventure to redeem himself but instead he finds himself or rather his self esteem and where he fits in instead. This is perfect for second through fourth graders and those beginning to enjoy chapter books.
The plot to this story was suspenseful and exciting but the characters really made the book. My favorite character is Ralphy with his overly large ears and knitted sweater with his name on it wriggling his nose. His adventuresome streak had me worried for his well being yet amused as I could imagine what it would be like to see him on his adventure in real life. The book would be on target for beginning chapter readers with the word usage as well. The pictures resemble those of a usual chapter book and were detailed well. The chapters were also a good length to allow breaks for a young reader but long enough to really enjoy a piece of the story meaningfully. There were lots of conflicts to overcome to keep the story interesting as well.
Along the way to what Ralphy thought was his goal he learned a lesson and made an unlikely friend which also gives the book a foot hold for a character development lesson about relationships with people and being mindful of what other people are dealing with. Ralphy kind of got to walk a mile in the shoes of someone he thought was his enemy and came out with a different set of priorities. The way the author chose to let Ralphy experience this was cleverly thought out and executed to make a deep impact on the reader.
There’s really nothing I disliked about this book. It was a very cute story with a good lesson to it and a cast of quirky and fun characters. This book is a huge success and I hope to hear more about the characters in future writings.
The plot to this story was suspenseful and exciting but the characters really made the book. My favorite character is Ralphy with his overly large ears and knitted sweater with his name on it wriggling his nose. His adventuresome streak had me worried for his well being yet amused as I could imagine what it would be like to see him on his adventure in real life. The book would be on target for beginning chapter readers with the word usage as well. The pictures resemble those of a usual chapter book and were detailed well. The chapters were also a good length to allow breaks for a young reader but long enough to really enjoy a piece of the story meaningfully. There were lots of conflicts to overcome to keep the story interesting as well.
Along the way to what Ralphy thought was his goal he learned a lesson and made an unlikely friend which also gives the book a foot hold for a character development lesson about relationships with people and being mindful of what other people are dealing with. Ralphy kind of got to walk a mile in the shoes of someone he thought was his enemy and came out with a different set of priorities. The way the author chose to let Ralphy experience this was cleverly thought out and executed to make a deep impact on the reader.
There’s really nothing I disliked about this book. It was a very cute story with a good lesson to it and a cast of quirky and fun characters. This book is a huge success and I hope to hear more about the characters in future writings.
June 13, 2017
Ralphy the Rabbit is a sad rabbit. He's different from all of his brothers and sisters and none of the children seem to want to take him home with them. Then, a girl sees him and decides she wants him. He doesn't feel he's good enough for her so he tries to find a way to make himself different. Can he succeed in becoming the boy he wants to be or will he learn that he's enough the way he is?
I really adored this story! It was cute and imaginative. I think it would be the perfect type of book to read a chapter a night to for bedtime stories. Or the child to read on their own when they are in more advanced elementary grades. It definitely has a very powerful lesson underneath it in my opinion. I loved that lesson.
The pictures in this story were incredible! I thought they were all so cute. They brought the story more to life than I could have thought possible. I only wish that there could have been more of them. I also wish that maybe some color could have gotten thrown on some, if not all, of the pictures. That's just my personal opinion though.
I do fully recommend this book. It teaches the beauty behind finding and accepting yourself. I wish this book had been around when I was a child. I think it would have been really beneficial to me. I fully intend on this being one of the books I make sure my children read in the future.
I really adored this story! It was cute and imaginative. I think it would be the perfect type of book to read a chapter a night to for bedtime stories. Or the child to read on their own when they are in more advanced elementary grades. It definitely has a very powerful lesson underneath it in my opinion. I loved that lesson.
The pictures in this story were incredible! I thought they were all so cute. They brought the story more to life than I could have thought possible. I only wish that there could have been more of them. I also wish that maybe some color could have gotten thrown on some, if not all, of the pictures. That's just my personal opinion though.
I do fully recommend this book. It teaches the beauty behind finding and accepting yourself. I wish this book had been around when I was a child. I think it would have been really beneficial to me. I fully intend on this being one of the books I make sure my children read in the future.
May 26, 2017
Ralphy was one of a kind. Being a rabbit, he should have long, straight ears that stood up, but his were crooked and drooped like dog ears. At the pet store, no one wanted to adopt him, until he met Marta. She took him home with her and everything was great for a while. That is, until Oscar the cat appeared on the scene. Oscar was pretending to have been hurt by a car. Marta started playing more with Oscar and leaving Ralphy in his cage. That was bad enough, but Oscar was such a meany that Ralphy knew he had to find a way to let Marta know what a phony Oscar was.
I can see this book being read as a bedtime story. It was such a cute little story, and I can see more adventures being created with these characters. I applaud the author for making the story have positive aspects to the situations as they occurred. It was a good plot with characters that worked. Even the family was a good fit. I would definitely buy more books from this author, if they were stories about these characters. Their continuing adventures would make for an excellent bedtime story library.
I can see this book being read as a bedtime story. It was such a cute little story, and I can see more adventures being created with these characters. I applaud the author for making the story have positive aspects to the situations as they occurred. It was a good plot with characters that worked. Even the family was a good fit. I would definitely buy more books from this author, if they were stories about these characters. Their continuing adventures would make for an excellent bedtime story library.
June 19, 2017
Be Happy With Who You Are
With several grandchildren, I am always looking for books that will empower them and Ralphy the Rabbit: Finds Himself by David L Wallace is one that can do that. If you would like a way to teach your child about friendship, creativity, acceptance, and about being comfortable with who they are this well-written book offers an excellent story to do that. With Ralphy the Rabbit: Finds Himself, as the first book in his chapter book series David L Wallace has written a great introduction into exploring your feelings with characters that young children can relate to. Thanks to excellent proofing and editing this book flowed without interruption or distraction. With the steady pace and relatable story line offering many opportunities to ask questions and teach I found this book to be an excellent conversation starter to help you broach a topic that many children experience and often have a hard time coping with. I found the black and white illustrations at the beginning of each chapter are simple, contextual, and relatable.
With several grandchildren, I am always looking for books that will empower them and Ralphy the Rabbit: Finds Himself by David L Wallace is one that can do that. If you would like a way to teach your child about friendship, creativity, acceptance, and about being comfortable with who they are this well-written book offers an excellent story to do that. With Ralphy the Rabbit: Finds Himself, as the first book in his chapter book series David L Wallace has written a great introduction into exploring your feelings with characters that young children can relate to. Thanks to excellent proofing and editing this book flowed without interruption or distraction. With the steady pace and relatable story line offering many opportunities to ask questions and teach I found this book to be an excellent conversation starter to help you broach a topic that many children experience and often have a hard time coping with. I found the black and white illustrations at the beginning of each chapter are simple, contextual, and relatable.
June 27, 2017
Here is a summary of what the book is about. The story is about a rabbit named Ralphy. He knew he was different from his brothers and sisters. Ralphy couldn't hop very far but the thing that drove him nuts was his ears. Ralphy ears were larger and crooked than a normal rabbit. When kids came into the pet shop they would laugh at him as they pass by him. One day a little girl named Marta noticed Ralphy jumping around in his cage. From that moment everything changed for Ralphy.
What an incredible story to read to children.
There are some wonderful adventures that teach great moral lessons.
It has a wonderful message about friendship and accepting yourself just the way you are. Also, don't worry about what other people think of you.
I feel this book is geared toward the age range of 6 to preteen.
I believe the message is also saying it's ok to be different.
Happy Reading Everyone!
What an incredible story to read to children.
There are some wonderful adventures that teach great moral lessons.
It has a wonderful message about friendship and accepting yourself just the way you are. Also, don't worry about what other people think of you.
I feel this book is geared toward the age range of 6 to preteen.
I believe the message is also saying it's ok to be different.
Happy Reading Everyone!
July 7, 2017
Love yourself
Ralphy is a cute rabbit, but there is something unique about him. It's his ears - they are so big and droopy that they look like they should be on a dog instead. Other animals laugh at him and no one wants to buy him at the pet store. That is, until Marta. It was love at first sight between the little girl and the rabbit. He finally felt accepted when Oscar shows up. Then the adventure begins when Ralphy wants a television magician to turn him into a little boy. Not only does Ralphy show readers how he gained his self-confidence, but that first impressions don't always define who people are. He makes friends with more than just Marta, and he learns to love himself, big ears and all. It is sweet for young readers and approachable for chapter book readers.
Ralphy is a cute rabbit, but there is something unique about him. It's his ears - they are so big and droopy that they look like they should be on a dog instead. Other animals laugh at him and no one wants to buy him at the pet store. That is, until Marta. It was love at first sight between the little girl and the rabbit. He finally felt accepted when Oscar shows up. Then the adventure begins when Ralphy wants a television magician to turn him into a little boy. Not only does Ralphy show readers how he gained his self-confidence, but that first impressions don't always define who people are. He makes friends with more than just Marta, and he learns to love himself, big ears and all. It is sweet for young readers and approachable for chapter book readers.
June 19, 2017
Great social story about self acceptance.
I really enjoyed this story and shared it with my special needs kids. They liked that Ralphy had to deal with a bully and ended up making friends with him. I liked how Ralphy realized he was exactly who he was supposed to be already.
I really enjoyed this story and shared it with my special needs kids. They liked that Ralphy had to deal with a bully and ended up making friends with him. I liked how Ralphy realized he was exactly who he was supposed to be already.
June 15, 2017
Cute read
Love this cute read. Some minor writing errors. Still a very cute story about a rabbit wanting a home and how a cat changed his life.
Love this cute read. Some minor writing errors. Still a very cute story about a rabbit wanting a home and how a cat changed his life.
July 1, 2017
Nobody wants to be labeled as “different.’’ Nobody wants to be different. Everyone, every person wants to find a place or a group in which she will belong and in which she will truly be accepted. Even from our youngest age, we want to belong somewhere. When we do not or when we have certain problems with our socialization skills, we suffer. How all this is connected with a story about a rabbit named Ralphy? Well it is connected, because Ralphy has a problem. His ears are ‘too big’ and because of that, he has problems fitting in. David L. Wallace wrote great novel about things that at least some of us face (or faced) in our life: a problem with acceptance of who we are and a problem with fitting in. The author did a great job, not only because he wrote a story about those problems, but also because he wrote it in a way that is playful and easy to understand. The fact that the story is actually written for children means that not only it is a story. The novel is also educational read that every child can easily understand. Even though the author is not a professional writer of children’s novels this novel shows us that the author is talented and that he had a message that he wanted to tell us. Great job.
June 1, 2017
I won this book in a giveaway. This was a cute book about a sweet bunny, Ralphy, who is adopted by a girl, Marta. The story has some exciting action moments as Ralphy gets lost but eventually finds his way back to Marta and to self acceptance.
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