This year marks the centenary of “The Velveteen Rabbit,” one of those distinctive works for children, like “The Little Prince” and “Eloise,” that appeal to all ages. Just before the book’s publication ...

Rabbits are small, timid, and very cute animals that are often adopted as domestic pets. But before they became revered as part of the family, rabbit symbolism had a long history. Rabbits can be seen ...

In 1922, a scruffy stuffed animal crept into the hearts of children and has kept his place there ever since. “The Velveteen Rabbit, or, How Toys Become Real” is one of the best-loved children’s books ...