Bear's book

Claire Freedman

Book - 2019

When Bear's favorite book of stories falls apart, he is determined to write one of his own. He ventures into the forest for inspiration, but writing is harder than he thinks, and he soon discovers that he needs help from his friends. See how Bear transforms their day into a wonderful adventure in this story about creativity and friendship. With one folded page.

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Subjects
Genres
Picture books
Published
Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Press 2019.
Language
English
Corporate Author
Candlewick Press
Main Author
Claire Freedman (author)
Corporate Author
Candlewick Press (-)
Other Authors
Alison Friend (illustrator)
Edition
First U.S. edition
Physical Description
26 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
ISBN
9781536205718
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Review by Kirkus Book Review

Bear is a great reader, but when he wants to write his own book, he suffers from a common malady: writer's block.He tries to find ideas by engaging in his favorite activities. First he tries to find a tree he can scratch his back on, but Mouse asks him for help with his dancing. Then he goes for a swim in the riverbut there, he's enlisted to help tow Rabbit's boat back to the riverbank. Finally, he tries climbing a tall tree, but a baby owl needs rescuing. Frustrated, he returns to his house for lunch. Sitting at his little table with its blue gingham tablecloth, he tries again to write a story like his favorites, which have "exciting beginnings, dramatic middles, and happy-ever-after endings." The ideas start to percolate. Bear writes and draws his own wonderful story to share when his good friends come around with a gift to thank him for his assistance. Presented as a gatefold, with antiqued paper and scrollwork borders, Bear's opus is a special pirate story starring all the animals that Bear met that morning. The theme of friendship is matched by the warm, cozy feeling of the mixed-media illustrations. Bear's helpfulness and his budding creativity make him a positive role model.Reading, writing, listening, helping, thanking: Bear and his animal friends can inspire young readers in family, school, or library settings. (Picture book. 4-6) Copyright Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.

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