It's Better Being a Bunny
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

It's Better Being a Bunny

Written by Marilyn Sadler · Illustrated by Tim Bowers

Part of the P.J. Funnybunny series

A young bunny learns a lesson about listening to his mother after spending the day with a friend who lets him do whatever he wants.

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48 pages· 429 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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P.J. Funnybunny's day is full of frustration when his mom says no to ice cream for breakfast and scary movies. Seeking freedom, he visits Potts Pig, where anything goes. But after a stomachache and a nightmare, P.J. discovers that being a bunny might not be so bad after all. Join P.J. on a journey of self-discovery in this delightful tale perfect for young readers and bunny enthusiasts. Will P.J. embrace his bunny life, or will the allure of piggy freedom win him over?

From the publisher

Join P.J. Funnybunny in this charming follow-up to the classic Beginner Book It’s Not Easy Being a Bunny. Perfect for Easter or celebrating bunnies all year round! P.J. Funnybunny is back and more lovable than ever in this sweet, funny sequel. P.J. Funnybunny is not having a good day. His mom won’t let him eat ice cream for breakfast. She won’t let him hang upside down from a tree. She won’t even let him watch a scary movie! P.J. visits Potts Pig, whose mom lets them do all those things. But when he gets a stomachache and has a bad dream, P.J. Funnybunny realizes that–while it’s fun to be a pig–it’s better being a bunny! This new tale of self-discovery is the perfect Easter treat for beginning readers and bunny fans of all ages!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Words
429
Reading age
3–7
Audience
First Reader
Lexile
470L
Themes & topics
Books about EasterBooks about pigsBooks about bunnies and rabbitsBooks about friendshipBooks about listening to parents
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.2
F&P level
~M
Publication
Published
January 4, 2022
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780593434703

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