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Reviewed by Luwi Nyakansaila for Readers' Favorite
The Grass May Not Be Greener is a children's picture book written by Hilary Lawrence and illustrated by Katherine Summerville. It follows a bunny who longs to escape the challenges of being himself by transforming into various creatures with the help of a fairy. The bunny feels insecure about his teeth, is tired of his many children who always want to play, and dislikes living underground. He thinks that being a bee might be more fun. When the fairy grants his wish and turns him into a bee for a day, the bunny soon realizes that being a bee is not as enjoyable as he had imagined. He also tries being an elephant, a snake, and a salmon but finds no joy in any of those experiences. Ultimately, he returns to being a bunny and decides to appreciate what he has, embracing his uniqueness.
The Grass May Not Be Greener is a delightful tale that teaches children about self-acceptance and the importance of being thankful for what they have. It is normal to envy what others possess and to wish for a different life, but not everything is as good as it seems. Everyone has struggles and insecurities that they often hide from the world. Wishing for someone else's life can blind us to the unique beauty and joys of our own existence. Hilary Lawrence does a great job of conveying the book's message and brings the story to life with her engaging narrative. Katherine Summerville's illustrations fill the pages with vibrant colors that complement the tale. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend sharing it with your children or students to teach them valuable lessons about self-acceptance, gratitude, and the importance of embracing one's uniqueness.
