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When the Otters move in next door to Mr. Rabbit, he does not know how to act toward them. Mr. Owl advises him to just treat the Otters the same way he'd like them to treat him. A story that highlights how to be a good neighbor and friend-just simply follow the Golden Rule! Based on the book by Laurie Keller.

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Runtime: 12 minutes, 19 seconds

Topic: Counseling and Self-Help, Literature, Social Science
Subtopic: Children's Literature, Courtesy, Fables, Interpersonal Relations, Values and Ethics
Grade/Interest Level: K - 4
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Release Year: 2008
Producer/Distributor: Weston Woods Studios
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September 25th, 2025 at 09:00 AM

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October 18th, 2018 at 02:53 PM

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Anonymous (San Diego, CA)

September 13th, 2016 at 01:45 PM

It was a very clear and well done version of the story. It helped my students understand the ideas much better.
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October 13th, 2015 at 11:15 AM

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