Tyrabbisaurus Rex


Children - Animals
182 Pages
Reviewed on 06/17/2016
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Author Biography

A.J. Culey speaks several languages, but sadly none of the animal variety. Despite her disappointment in not being able to fully communicate with her animal friends, she has fun imagining what they might be saying, if only she could understand Cat or Squirrel or Tyrabbisaurus, and enjoys writing the possibilities into her stories.

    Book Review

Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite

Tyrabbisaurus Rex by A.J. Culey is a delightful story of a bunny who dislikes being held prisoner in an elementary school classroom. He wants to escape from the monstrously huge creatures called children and wants to be known as Rex instead of Cuddles. The story is about the perspective of the teacher and students and how they learn to form healthy relationships with one another. Each chapter has the point of view of one character and the story also educates young readers on how to take care of rabbits and will make children want to have a rabbit as a pet.

I found the story entertaining and fun, and readers will fall in love with Rex. The black and white illustrations give the story a good pace and movement, and bring the story and characters to life. It's a good bedtime storybook and can also be used for interactive sessions in classrooms and school libraries. The story is original and the information on how to keep a pet rabbit healthy is educational and interesting. It is also interesting to note the connection drawn between the rabbit, the classroom, and the students, and will also make readers look at the world from an animal's point of view. All the characters are well portrayed and they will remain in the minds of young readers for a long time. The hero of the story is definitely Rex, and his trying to become fierce to get rid of the Cuddles tag is adorable and funny.

The Dragon's Inkpot

Humorous tale perfect for independent readers. Tyrabbisaurus Rex is a touching and hysterical tale of a classroom rabbit, that will make you fall in love with this fierce little bunny. The book is well written, with short chapters that swap character POV in a way that's perfect for the 8-10 year old independent reader. As well, it works well as a humorous read aloud for a younger classroom (I'm a 4th grade teacher), or as a bedtime book (I read it with my 3 year old, she loved it and was able to follow). It reminded me a bit of the Humphrey the Hamster series, with the 1st person POV of the animal narrating, and the quick, chuckle worthy writing style. I'll be keeping my eye out for more from this author.

Purple Violin

Though intended for children, I have to admit I had a great time reading this story. It involves the plight of a classroom rabbit, with most of the story being told from his perspective. He sees himself as incredibly fierce, despite being called Cuddles. Though he thinks himself ferocious, he is easily distracted by food, adores things that are colored purple, and poops when he is frightened. The mini adventures created in the rabbit's mind were charming, and I laughed out loud several times reading them. I also loved his nemesis, a stuffed tiger. Even with all the fun antics, there is a touching moment between the bunny and two of the children, proving that rabbits sense emotion and are most willing to provide comfort.

There are other perspectives included in the story, that of a few students and the teacher. It was interesting to view the same situation through someone else's understanding, and I think kids will relate to at least one of the young characters involved. Also included after the story is information regarding the care of a pet rabbit and the numerous responsibilities involved in keeping a pet rabbit happy and healthy. I felt that was a good addition since this story will definitely make a child want to have a rabbit for a pet.

I received a free copy in exchange for an honest an unbiased review.

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This is the story of a rabbit, a classroom pet, but it is also the story of how children learn and how they form relationships with one another. It is cleverly told with each chapter from a different character’s point of view, including the rabbit’s! The story unfolds to tell the reader a variety of things, including, how to look after your rabbit, what the world may seem like from the animal’s point of view and how people are not always as they seem.
I particularly liked the way the children’s back stories were introduced and how we find out the reasons for Ginger’s behaviour and her unwillingness to join in with the other children. The illustrations set the story off beautifully and even though in black and white they are cleverly done to evoke the mood of each scene. I particularly liked the rabbit’s encounter with the vacuum cleaner!

One of the great things is also the inclusion of the guide at the back to explain the responsibility in getting a pet with some great particle advice.

The chapters are short enough for young readers and the descriptions are vivid and clear.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Kelli Oliver George

This review is from my 8yo bookworm, who read the book in a single sitting and giggled out loud several times:
"I liked it. It was funny because the rabbit thought he was a TRex. I liked Maria because she was nice. When is Ms Culey writing a sequel??"

As a mom, I appreciated this book because the writing style was clever and interesting. A lot of books for this age group are "dumbed down" but this one was not.