That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown: questions to ask and activities to try
The Queen wants Emily Brown's rabbit, Stanley, and she won't take no for an answer. That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown is a prize-winning story about love and standing up for what matters.
What age is it for? That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown is best for ages 3–7. Good for: A much-loved toy, and standing up for it.
That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown (Cressida Cowell and Neal Layton)
- Age
- 3-7
- Best for
- A much-loved toy, and standing up for it
Read Emily's “No, thank you” with firm politeness. Talk about why Stanley is worth more than any shiny new toy.
What it helps with
- Love for a special toy
- Saying no politely but firmly
- Things money can't buy
- Imaginative play
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “Who is Stanley?”
- “What did the Queen want?”
- “What did she offer Emily?”
- “Why did Emily say no?”
- “How did she get Stanley back?”
- “What’s your Stanley?”
5-minute activities to try together
No, thank you
Practise saying a firm, polite “No, thank you” in different voices.
Toy adventure
Take your special toy on an imaginary adventure around the house.
Free printables: That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown worksheet and activity pack
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- Best for
- Being afraid of the dark, and things that go bump in the night
- Age
- 3-7
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- Best for
- Losing a favourite toy, and a kind big sister
- Age
- 3-7
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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