The river had burst its banks. The dam was overflowing. 'Don't go outside, Alex!' Mum shouted. But just then Rabbit hopped out the open window .Chris McKimmie lives in Brisbane. This story grew out of his experiences during the floods of January 2011.

 

This book was recognised by the International Gourmand Award.

There are 32 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2013 by Allen & Unwin .

Chris McKimmie is a writer, illustrator, and artist. His other books include Maisie Moo and Invisible Lucy ; Special Kev , shortlisted for the 2009 CBCA Awards; Two Peas in a Pod , shortlisted for the 2011 CBCA Awards; Good Morning, Mr Pancakes ; Scarlett and the Scratchy Moon ; Crikey and Cat ; Lara of Newtown ; and Me Teddy . Chris has worked as a lecturer, a graphic designer, a film production designer, a cleaner, a dad, a pot-plant painter, a public servant, a musician, a factory hand, and a grand dad. He regularly exhibits his paintings and drawings.