Part of the It’s Not Easy Being Series

It’s Not Easy Being a T. Rex

A Dinosaur Story

Hardcover

Grades Preschool – 2
Ages 3–7

Life isn’t always easy—even for a T. rex! In this sweet, funny picture book, a T. rex who is self-conscious about her big teeth and small arms learns she is perfect exactly as she is! Perfect for dinosaur lovers—with a bonus message about self-acceptance!

Rexy is nervous about starting school. Her head is BIG. Her arms are small. And her teeth are the size of bananas! Rexy wants to fit in with the other dinosaurs, but after catching a kickball in her mouth (and popping the ball!) at recess, she’s MORTIFIED and ready to give up. Then a volcano erupts, sending rocks flying onto the kickball field. When another dino needs help, can Rexi’s powerful jaws save the day? You bet your tyrannosaur they can!

Featuring a comical cast of animal characters—including a wise-beyond-his-size dragonfly sidekick for readers to find hidden on every page—this picture book about self-acceptance, friendship, and helping others is perfect for young dinophiles!

Everyone has a rough day now and then and wishes they could do something or be someone else. Not even beloved characters like Santa Claus, ghosts, and leprechauns are immune! The It’s Not Easy... picture book series explores the witty ways these iconic characters search for happiness, only to find it within themselves.

Also available:
It’s Not Easy Being Santa Claus
It’s Not Easy Being a Ghost
It’s Not Easy Being a Leprechaun

ISBN 9780593810361 (Hardcover)
Published on Sep 30, 2025
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Dimensions 9 x 9
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2

ISBN 9780593810378 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on Sep 30, 2025
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Dimensions 9 x 9
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2

ISBN 9780593810385 (Ebook)
Published on Sep 30, 2025
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2

Marilyn Sadler

Marilyn Sadler has been writing and illustrating children’s books for 20 years. Her work has received many honors, including an IRA Classroom Choice Award and a Parents’ Choice Award. She lives in Ohio.

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