The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane: (A Heartwarming Tale of a China Rabbit's Quest for Love and Belonging - Middle-Grade Chapter Book for Kids Ages 7-10 in Grades 2-5)

I read and loved this book over and over again as a kid, and my sister did the exact same thing after I bought it for her twelfth birthday. It's nice to see there are hardcovers with the colored illustrations still available. I still don't know what became of the softcover copy with colored illustrations I read when I was twelve. *sniff* It's the same rabbit, though. Same story, same heart, same profoundness. <3

I liked the ending it was very exciting! This is a book full of adventure, I would like this book to be longer. Tilly age 9

This book is a must have for everyone. Great read aloud for kids between 9-? The story is beautiful in so many ways. Many lessons to learn from this one: perseverance, love, humanity and hope. One of my all time faves and probably my favorite Kate D’camillo book.

A phenomenal book! We already read it several times! A true masterpiece for all ages!

Two time Newbery Medal award winning American novelist Kate DiCamillo has scored a surprise 2014 best seller with her 2006 children’s book “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane.” DiCamillo is the internationally best selling and multi-award winning author of several much loved books for children. The previously obscure “Edward Tulane” has been propelled to the upper reaches of the Korean book chart for several weeks by a somewhat unlikely association. “Edward Tulane” plays a key role in the highly popular K-drama “My Love From the Stars” which was voted Korea’s favorite program earlier this year. The premise of “My Love From the Stars” centers around an alien who landed in Korea during the Joseon period and who has been living here for the past 400 years. Cursed and blessed with a perfect physical appearance that never ages (embodied by heart throb actor Kim Soo-hyun), he has to change his identity every 10 years to avoid his alien nature being discovered. That is until the present day when he rather inconveniently falls in love with the country’s most famous hallyu (Korean wave) actress. Throughout the story, the mysterious alien claims that “Edward Tulane” is a reflection of his own life as well as his key to understanding human emotion and experience. It is easy to see why this otherworldly visitor would be charmed by “Edward Tulane.” DiCamillo’s appealing tale tells the life story of a haughty, vain and prideful china rabbit – the eponymous Edward. Edward’s story begins in the 1930’s when he is given as a birthday present to Abilene; an adoring ten year old girl who loves Edward unconditionally. The china rabbit’s arrogant disposition however prevents him from appreciating this care and affection. Edward’s life soon changes when he is lost on a family trip. From then on, he is acquired and lost by a variety of owners, some of whom treat him with kindness and some who are cruelly inconsiderate. As Edward travels with the fishermen and hoboes he encounters, he slowly loses his pride, coming to realize that “if you have no intention of loving or being loved, then the whole journey is pointless.” “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane” is tinged with a melancholic magic and its seemingly whimsical nature hides deep reserves of sadness. It’s a story for children (and aliens) of all ages.

A fabulous book amd my daughters favorite one from 3rd grade. A great one to read!

Although Dicamillo may tend to go a bit overboard in her presentation of mistreated individuals, she's extremely good at showing the struggles someone goes through when their very character is forced to completely change. The rabbit Edward Tulane was instantly likeable for me. I found him to be vain in a Ravishing Rick Rude sort of way, and that's something I've always admired, even though it's definitely a character flaw. And because of this unusual character preference of mine, I was immediately into the book. (Also I'm a big fan of anything that assumes stuffed animals have feelings, despite their inability to move. I always wanted my stuffed animals to be alive when I was a little kid.) Of course, Edward's problem isn't limited to admiring his own handsomeness, but it stretches to neglecting the love of others. This becomes the central part of the story. Until the old grandma describes what happens to someone who doesn't care about having the love of others, Edward has no reason to change. But when circumstances get rough for Edward and he's thrown into the ocean, kicked off a train, and treated to numerous other trials and tribulations, he finds that he gets great joy from the company of others and eventually wants others to love him. Edward reaches the breaking point regularly as he's often left with no choice but to endure hard times until they blow over. All he can do in his helplessness is cry out phrases like, "I have been loved!" to the stars in his lonely and unending frustration. That's pure drama right there. And of course it's compounded with an interesting near-death experience. Most of the characters in the story feel drawn to Edward and see him as something special that you don't find on just any old day. (I mean, how often do you find a hobo carrying around a children's doll?) But one or two characters simply despise him, enough to attempt his destruction. Like I said, I myself found Edward to be a likeable guy. Others might hate him. It's tough to be lukewarm around him anyway. The ending of the book is somewhat predictable, but I wouldn't put too much focus on originality for this particular story. I mean, you can say it borrowed a bit from things like the Velveteen Rabbit, or that other Newbery book about the doll that was around for 100 years - yet it doesn't really matter. Edward's story is simply told very well, and that's its strong point. Little things like the star motif sure add a lot. The illustrations are just amazing. They look like they come right out of a Norman Rockwell painting. Most of the book's setting is probably taking place during the timeframe depicted on old Rockwell's pictures too, so the illustrations are a good fit as well. Okay, I admit, maybe this book will ring better with adults than children. I'm not sure. But you know, there's only so many books about serial killers and sci-fi UFOs that adults can read. Got to have a nice old-fashioned fairy tale every now and then, and a book like Edward Tulane's is perfect for that.

I LOVE!!!!!!!.i loved this book <3 this was such a beautiful story, I loved Kate’s book the tiger rising and i loved this one.i also got the tale of Desperaux, can’t wait to read it too.please buy this book if you haven’t read it.what a wonderful book :)

A children’s book for adults- single sitting read - beautiful artwork- reminds you to focus on the good folks as you soldier through life.

My 9 year old daughter has found this book enchanting. She originally started it at school and was then desperate to find out how it ended so finished it at home. It is extremely well written, great character descriptions and very sad in places. I think it’s one of those books that will stay in her mind for a long time. Ideal for ages 8 and above.

Quick delivery, wonderful book.

I read this due to a fanfiction I read and I absolutely love the message of this book! 10/10 would recommend if you’re trying to heal childhood trauma or just if you want a light read!

I read this story to my 7 year old daughter, and we both really enjoyed it. We paused throughout the book to reflect on the meaning of the title words "miraculous" and "journey" and discussed the real examples so excellently painted in the book. There were a couple of key incidents leading too the climax/the actual climax which made me cry! The structure of the book is excellent as well. The chapters are a good length for younger readers/listeners and the sentences/ideas are well written & a pleasure to read out loud. I can't wait to read it again when my younger daughter is old enough.