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An endearing picture book that showcases the lengths readers will go to find the perfect book . . . this lovely book is one to seek out.-- School Library Journal

In this charming and heartfelt story, a book-loving bear and a book-loving girl hatch a plan to find the perfect book for them to read together.


Bear loves books. When Bear decides he wants a book of his very own, he and his best friend, Ellen, hatch a plan. But sneaking a bear into school, a library, and a bookstore proves to be harder than they thought. Will Bear ever find a book of his very own?

With charming and timeless words from debut author Ellen L. Ramsey and brought to life by MacKenzie Haley, illustrator of Dolly Parton''s Billy the Kid Makes it Big, this is an endearing story of a determined young bear and his journey to find the perfect book.

Praise for A Book for Bear:

Adults sharing the book should encourage children to write and illustrate an

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Praise for A Book for Bear:

"Adults sharing the book should encourage children to write and illustrate and, if possible, read their own books. A pleasant story about books and reading to share with kids and bears."--Kirkus reviews

"An endearing picture book that showcases the lengths readers will go to find the perfect book . . . Bright colors and fun details make this a picture book that children will want to examine again after a firstreading. Whether showcasing the joys of reading or expanding a collection on friendship, this lovely book is one to seek out."-- School Library Journal

A Book for Bear

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    A Hardback by Ellen Ramsey, MacKenzie Haley

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      Publisher: Penguin Young Readers
      Publication Date: 18/07/2023
      ISBN13: 9780593527245, 978-0593527245
      ISBN10: 0593527240

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      An endearing picture book that showcases the lengths readers will go to find the perfect book . . . this lovely book is one to seek out.-- School Library Journal

      In this charming and heartfelt story, a book-loving bear and a book-loving girl hatch a plan to find the perfect book for them to read together.


      Bear loves books. When Bear decides he wants a book of his very own, he and his best friend, Ellen, hatch a plan. But sneaking a bear into school, a library, and a bookstore proves to be harder than they thought. Will Bear ever find a book of his very own?

      With charming and timeless words from debut author Ellen L. Ramsey and brought to life by MacKenzie Haley, illustrator of Dolly Parton''s Billy the Kid Makes it Big, this is an endearing story of a determined young bear and his journey to find the perfect book.

      Praise for A Book for Bear:

      Adults sharing the book should encourage children to write and illustrate an

      Trade Review
      Praise for A Book for Bear:

      "Adults sharing the book should encourage children to write and illustrate and, if possible, read their own books. A pleasant story about books and reading to share with kids and bears."--Kirkus reviews

      "An endearing picture book that showcases the lengths readers will go to find the perfect book . . . Bright colors and fun details make this a picture book that children will want to examine again after a firstreading. Whether showcasing the joys of reading or expanding a collection on friendship, this lovely book is one to seek out."-- School Library Journal

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