Elaine Dimopoulos. The Extraordinary Rescue on Milkweed Meadow

The first rule of the rabbits from Milkweed Meadow:
-Stories matter a lot.
- All rabbits on Milkweed Meadow master the art of storytelling.

No, of course, not all the stories we tell have to be about rabbits. Some spring from real life,... and some from the colorful gardens of our imagination. But at the heart of any story, there must lie a grain of truth.

The rabbit Pumpkin and her family live on Milkweed Meadow. They strictly follow the rules, diligently mastering the art of storytelling, communicating only with their kind, behaving cautiously, and trying never to take risks. But one day, circumstances force Pumpkin to break the rules, and it seems this is the beginning of a good story…



A story in the spirit of the old good classics, rightly continuing the traditions of Beatrix Potter, the author of the famous “Tale of Peter Rabbit”;
Amazing illustrations by Doug Salati – a recipient of the Caldecott Medal – the most prestigious American award in children's literature;
The rabbits on Milkweed Meadow grasp the art of composing and telling stories, but sometimes the truth turns out to be more interesting than fiction... 
The residents of Milkweed Meadow try to keep to themselves, but one day they have to reconsider their views and unite…


The best book for middle school age of 2023 according to Kirkus Reviews.