Bunny the Brave War Horse

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 7, 2014

Review

Based on the true story of a war horse, this picture book introduces young readers to WWI, the role that horses played and the harsh realities of war.

Bunny a well-trained police horse is sent overseas to fight. Experiencing poisonous gas, bullets and grenades, the loss of his rider and near starvation, Bunny fights bravely and is an inspiration to all.

This historical fiction picture book has somber mixed media artwork that portrays the bleakness of war. In the back of the book, there are two pages with informational text. Also included is a map that shows the battle sites in France and Belgium. A time-line in the back would have been a helpful addition.

Overall Book Score: good