It’s Not Easy Being a Bunny is an illustrated early reader about P.J. Funnybunny, a young rabbit who decides that life might be better as some other animal. As he tries to imagine himself among bears, birds, beavers, pigs, possums and skunks, the story uses repetition, simple language and comic situations to explore the wish to be different and the slow discovery of where one belongs. Roger Bollen’s bright cartoon illustrations support the reading experience, making the book accessible for children beginning to read independently while still offering a playful story for younger listeners.
Author: Marilyn Sadler
Publisher: Collins
Year published: 1984
Number of pages: 42
Age range: 3–7