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The Bear and the Piano
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy enchanting tales that inspire young readers with themes of discovery, adventure, and the beauty of music. It's perfect for children who love beautifully illustrated stories about friendship and the pursuit of dreams.
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One day, a young bear stumbles upon something he has never seen before in the forest. As time passes, he teaches himself how to play the strange instrument, and eventually, the beautiful sounds are heard by a father and son who are picnicking in the woods.
The bear goes with them on an incredible journey to New York, where his piano playing makes him a huge star. He has fame, fortune, and all the music in the world, but he misses the friends and family he has left behind.
The Bear and the Piano, a best-selling tale of exploration and belonging, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2016, Illustrated Book Category, and is now available in board book format.
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Reviews highlight The Bear and the Piano as a heart-warming and beautifully illustrated tale, lauded for its themes of music, friendship, and adventure. Critics praise its breathtaking illustrations, from the enchanting forest to the vibrant New York skyline. The narrative and artwork are described as opulent and magical, with an emotionally uplifting conclusion.
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ISBN: 9781786035608
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Format: Board book
Date Published: 07 March 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 138.0mm
Height: 180.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 30
About the Author
DAVID LITCHFIELD first started to draw when he was very young, creating Star Wars and Indiana Jones mash up comics for his older brother and sister. His first picture book with Frances Lincoln Children's Books, The Bear and the Piano, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize (Illustrated Book Category) and became a best-seller in the UK and US. It was shortlisted for 8 other awards in the UK including the Sheffield Children's Book Award and the Independent Bookshop Week Award, and has sold in over 20 languages. David has since illustrated The Building Boy by Ross Montgomery (Faber & Faber, 2016), and his second book, Grandad's Secret Giant, published in April 2017. David lives in Bedford with his family.
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