Meet the Hares of Carrot Top: The New Fairy Tale Family Your Kids Will Love

You already know Goldilocks, right? And of course, the three bears. Who doesn’t?

But have you met Hoppington, Hopkins, and Little Hopster?

If not… it’s time you did.

Goldifox and the Three Hares by Judy Berk is a fresh, funny, and totally lovable retelling of a classic tale. This time, though, things are a little different. The bears are gone—and in their place are three hares living in a cozy cottage just a short hop from the town of Carrot Top.

And instead of a little girl wandering in, a curious (and very hungry!) fox follows the smell of freshly baked carrot muffins right to their windowsill…

Say Hello to the Family

What makes this story so special is how real the hares feel—even with their wonderfully silly names.

Hoppington is the tidy one, always keeping things neat and just so.

Hopkins is the kitchen hare, happily cooking and cleaning.

And Little Hopster? He helps with everything—from sweeping the porch to watering the hanging carrots—and takes care of their dog, Droolius Cheester…

…a lovable, cheese-obsessed pup who just might be the real hero of the story (and yes—he tends to drool just a little when cheese is involved!).

From the very first page, kids will feel like they know this family. Their routines, their rhythms, their little everyday moments—it all feels warm, cozy, and familiar.

A Fairy Tale Reimagined… with Carrots

This is a fairy tale reimagined for today’s young readers—but it’s more than a simple swap of characters.

The world of Carrot Top is filled with personality, humor, and heart. There’s a carrot festival coming to town, a cooking contest with a real prize, and three determined hares who want to win—but care about each other even more.

It’s the kind of story that quietly teaches something important, without ever feeling like a lesson.

And Then There’s Goldifox…

Oh, Goldifox.

Curious. A little impulsive. Led by his nose (especially when something smells delicious!).

He doesn’t mean to cause trouble—but somehow, he always seems to find it.

And while parts of his story may feel familiar, there’s a twist here that kids won’t see coming.

Why Kids (and Parents) Will Love It

This is a picture book for ages 4 to 8 that works beautifully as a family read-aloud.

The language is playful, the characters are charming, and the story moves at just the right pace. Little ones will giggle at the names, while older kids will enjoy spotting the connections to the original tale.

And parents? They’ll love it too—because it’s cozy, it’s funny, and it leaves everyone feeling good.

A New Classic in the Making

After 35 years as a kindergarten teacher, Judy Berk knows exactly what children love in a story—and it shows on every page.

Carrot Top is a world worth visiting.

And Hoppington, Hopkins, Little Hopster, Goldifox, and Droolius Cheester?

They’re a family worth knowing.