Children’s / Teenage general interest: Bears

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Book SynopsisThis bright collection of stories is simply bursting with playful puppies, bouncing bunnies and cuddly teddy bears, each with a very special tale to tell

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Book SynopsisOne of the most beloved Alaskan children''s picture books of all time, Alaska'' Three Bears is a classic retelling of the three bears fairy tale, Alaska-style. Readers young and old will meet Alaska''s three bears in this one-of-a-kind adventure. Join the polar, grizzly, and black bears as they travel across Alaska''s vast wilderness. Author Shelley Gill and illustrator Shannon Cartwright bring young readers the real story of the three bears, filled with facts on America''s best-loved bruins. Perfect story time reading plus nonfiction facts about bears for children ages 3 and up.Trade Review"This book is a winner if you have any bear-loving children and a great educational opportunity too."--Father Reading Every Day blog"a very cute story about the polar bear, black bear and brown bear traveling to find the perfect home."--Sarah's Teaching Snippets blog

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Book SynopsisTrade Review" Iver and Ellsworth is an original and unfailingly entertaining picture book that will prove of very special interest for children ages 5 to 7, as well as an enduringly popular addition to family, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections." Midwest Book Review"This gentle story about friendship, devotion, and commitment features an unlikely pair: an elderly man and an inanimate (or is it?), inarticulate inflatable polar bear that adorns the rooftop of the factory where the man works. Every day, white, gray-haired Iver takes his lunch on the roof, where he sits with this bear, dubbed Ellsworth. Iver takes it upon himself to care for Ellsworth, clearing away dead leaves, snow, or rain streaks, depending on the season, and making sure his ropes are fastened. One day, Iver is very slow going about his business, and he tells Ellsworth he is about to retire. The following spread is an exemplar of restraint with few words (" 'I'm going to miss you,' he says"); this is succeeded by a few spreads with no words, showing only in pictures the characters' stories in parallel: Iver eating alone in a diner and going to the movies by himself; Ellsworth loosed from his rooftop ropes, blowing across the city. The happy ending resolves neatly when Ellsworth lands-where else?-on the roof of Iver's home. Larson's pencil-and-watercolor illustrations fit the tone, portraying a riverside industrial city with rolling hills beyond in suitably subtle grays, browns, and greens. Bare trees, a white background to the images, and the muted colors suggest this takes place in winter; companionship in the winter of life is a cozy theme, portrayed comfortingly here" -- Kirkus Reviews"It's a quiet ending that glows with happiness. Words and pictures come together seamlessly, each enhancing the read-aloud experience. Robinson's spare, understated text uses repeated phrases that bind the story together gracefully. Capturing the feeling behind the words, Larson's illustrations feature well-structured pencil drawings with warm-toned watercolor washes. This comforting picture book is more than the sum of its parts." Carolyn Phelan, booklistonline.com"With its heartfelt, endearing characters and unusual setting, Iver & Ellsworth is sure to be a bedtime favorite." Deborah Hopkinson, BookPage"This list of books includes so many truly exceptional, unique, and special books, there's no doubt at least one of them is gonna make your summer reading (and upcoming school year anticipation) a little more wonderful. Many of these books come from small publishers and may not have made their way to your local book store or public library yet. Talk to your local bookseller or librarian and request them. That's an easy way to make sure even more readers have the opportunity to meet these stories!" Matthew Winner, elementary school librarian, Picture Book Recap for May

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Book SynopsisWhat would happen if polar bears disappeared from the planet? Find out in this gorgeous, accessible nonfiction picture book that imagines the consequences of a world without polar bears.

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Book SynopsisFrom Smriti Prasadam-Halls, the internationally bestselling author of I Love You Night and Day, and illustrator Steve Small, comes the charming picture book I''m Sticking with You, a sweet celebration of friendship.Bear and Squirrel are best friends. Wherever Squirrel goes, Bear follows. Bear vows to stick with Squirrel whether he's grumpy, or silly, or madwhich is put to the test when Bear sinks Squirrel's canoe. And catapults him from the seesaw. And breaks his favorite mug.Finally, Squirrel has had enough. He tells Bear he needs his spaceonly to realize he has much more fun with his best friend around. Funny and poignant in equal measure, I''m Sticking with You shows that friendship always finds a way.

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Book SynopsisA poetic and comforting story that explores emotional literacy and friendship, perfect for fans of The Rabbit Listened and Be Kind.Sad Bear, why are you so sad?As we follow Sad Bear through a gloomy day, we can only guess at why he''s so blue.Did you drop your ice cream on the ground?Was it your birthday and did all your friends forget?Or maybe there is no reason at all. You are just simply sad.Soon a friend arrives and tries his best to cheer up Sad Bear. But the truth is, everyone gets sad, and sometimes all we need is a friend by our side.For readers big and small, this moving and gentle tale takes on big concepts like sadness and empathy, helping young readers learn that offering comfort can mean lending a hand or an ear, or simply just being there.

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Book SynopsisFrom Eric Carle''s Brown Bear & Friends, Baby Bear''s Busy Day is the perfect gift for newborns and toddlers. Your child will love playing with the spinning wheel, flaps, tabs, and more!Specially designed for little hands to practice fine motor skills, this book follows Baby Bear from sunrise to sunset, so you can celebrate your very busy day together.

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Book SynopsisThis whimsical classic tale of childhood is now available in an exclusive collector's edition, featuring beautiful cover art from artist Laci Fowler and decorative interior pages, making it ideal for fiction lovers and book collectors alike.

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time, a very long time ago now, about last Friday, Winnie-the-Pooh lived in a forest all by himself under the name of Sanders.Curl up with a true children's classic by reading A.A.Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh with iconic decorations by E.H.Shepard.Winnie-the-Pooh may be a bear of very little brain, but thanks to his friends Piglet, Eeyore and, of course, Christopher Robin, he's never far from an adventure.In this much-loved classic story collection Pooh gets into a tight place, nearly catches a Woozle and heads off on an expotition' to the North Pole with the other animals.This stunning edition of A.A.Milne's world-famous story is once again brought to life by E.H.Shepard's beautiful decorations which are shown in full, glorious colour. They are truly iconic and contributed to him being known as the man who drew Pooh'. Milne's masterpiece conveys a child's imagination like no other story before or since.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornTrade Review‘Winnie-the-Pooh has always been a very special (albeit funny old) bear, not least of all because his books are filled with wonderful words of wisdom.', Stylist magazine ‘… a masterpiece in children’s literature … reflects the power of a child’s imagination like no other.’, The Independent ‘Winnie-the-Pooh is packed full of timeless wisdom and words that will resonate with you whatever your age.’, The Independent Named as a classic ‘every child should own and read’, International Business Times UK Named #1 UK’s favourite children’s book, The Daily Mirror (YouGov market research) ‘With a rich storytelling heritage, the adventures of Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood represent friendship, simple joys and the curious and gentle nature of a child’s imagination.’, Vintage Explorer Winner of Best Classic Children’s Book at the Junior Design Awards 2016 Winnie-the-Pooh named #1 character in children’s literature #4 in Top 100 Children’s Books, Junior #15 in 100 Best Children’s Books, TimeOut Named as one of David McKee’s best books, The Daily Express Named by Roopa Farooki as ‘The children’s book I wish I’d written’, Books For Keeps Included in Kate Humble’s ‘Books That Changed My Life’, Readers Digest Winnie-the-Pooh: The Complete Collection of Stories and Poems by A.A.Milne was named #1 in a list of the 20 Greatest Mental Health Books, Happiful magazine Steve Hogarty said about Winnie-the-Pooh: The Complete Collection of Stories and Poems: ‘Lovingly illustrated by E.H.Shepard, the stories of Pooh and his pals are sure to delight little readers and even younger listeners, as they did me.’, The Independent

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Book SynopsisFrom the creators of the internationally bestselling Giraffes Can''t Dance comes a life-affirming new story about a little bear who learns what it really means to find your inner brave and have the confidence to be yourself . . .Dave, the grizzly bear, is in awe of his big brother Clarence - he''s big, brave and strong, all the things that Dave thinks a grizzly bear should be. How Dave wishes he could be more like Clarence until, one day, Dave discovers that bravery comes in different guises and that this grizzly bear doesn''t need to be more Clarence, he needs to be more Dave!A celebration of individuality, self-acceptance and having the courage to standout - the perfect book for encouraging all little ones to take pride in being themselves and showing them that they don''t have to be like anyone else, not even their older brothers or sisters.Giraffes Can''t Dance is a beloved favourite that has found its way into the hearts, a

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Book SynopsisA brilliant debut by cut-paper artist Jayme McGowan about a bear that searches for the perfect sound to complete his song.Trade ReviewMcGowan’s writing has a pleasing musical lilt...but it’s her artwork that really stands out...McGowan’s layered images have a rusticity that’s in keeping with her itinerant musicians’ free-spirited mind-set. * Publishers Weekly *STARRED REVIEW "McGowan's art, three-dimensional illustrations of painted, cut, assembled, and photographed scenes, is a wonder to behold in its ingenuity and animation. Now all this story needs is an audience, and it's sure to drum one up." * Kirkus Reviews *I would challenge anyone not to be charmed by the artwork in this book. Ms. McGowan's debut shows an infectious love for her craft and for picture books. From Bear's potbelly to the band's instruments, there is a gentle simplicity to this story that should be savored. * Erin Stead, Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator *“Beautifully designed, richly colored cut-paper illustrations effectively show the movement implicit in Bear’s musical search while allowing each character’s unique personality to shine through. Sweeping landscapes alternate with scenes in rustic frames that give the effect of placing the characters on a stage. There is much to relish in this story of camaraderie.” * Booklist *“McGowan's intricate papercut art and playful cast of characters are guaranteed to put a smile on your face and leave you howling with delight.” * Huffington Post *“It’s an entertaining story of acceptance and community with wonderful, juicy words like ‘footslogged,’ but the art is what really stands out.” – Julie Danielson of Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast * Julie Danielson *The book is beautifully written, and playfully illustrated by McGowan’s intricate three-dimensional cut paper illustrations. A note discusses how she designed, cut, assembled, and layered each piece of artwork, staging miniature scenes in a paper theater, which she then photographed for her book. * School Library Connection *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewGorgeous spreads of color...The text is lyrical and moving. The polar bears’ fight for survival is dramatic and touching, and indirectly highlights with the impact of the climate change on wildlife. * School Library Journal *[L]yrical narrative...emotions with conviction. An engaging picture book for reading aloud. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the joys of fresh perspectives and unexpected beauty in this touching lift-the-flap, full-color picture book from paper engineer Jackie Huang. Persnickety Mr. Panda likes his world to be just so. His decisions are always easy: yes or no, good or bad, right or wrong, black or white . . . until one day when the gift of a red flower changes everything. Touching, clever, and with a great message about remaining flexible and open to the beauty in the world, this lift-the-flap picture book is an innovative and heartwarming story sure to resonate with readers. Author-illustrator Jackie Huang brings her utterly unique 3D-layered and cut-paper art style to this project, making Picky Panda even more of a standout on bookshelves.

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Book SynopsisLittle Bear has a secret - deep inside, he feels nothing like a real bear. An empowering story about finding your own special spark, woven with magic and wonder by Sandra Dieckmann, the creator of Leaf and Waiting for Wolf.Little Bear knows that soon the time will come for him to choose his special bear name - but how will he know what it should be, when he has no idea what makes him special?One night the wondrous firebird swoops down and places a magic feather in Little Bear''s paw. Could this enchanted feather help him discover who he truly is . . . or was the answer inside him all along?A beautiful and empowering story about finding your own special spark, from much-loved picture book star Sandra Dieckmann.

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