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Bear and Bird: The Secret and Other Stories
Book 6 in the internationally successful series for children aged 5–7 from Jarvis
Series: Bear and Bird
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"These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+." Guardian Bear and Bird: The Secret and Other Stories introduces us to Bear and Bird, two best friends who, despite not always understanding each other, are united in...
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"These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+." Guardian
Bear and Bird: The Secret and Other Stories introduces us to Bear and Bird, two best friends who, despite not always understanding each other, are united in their wish to make one another happy. When Bird has a secret, Bear finds himself not listening, worried he might accidentally reveal it.
The duo eventually learns that they don't actually like all the same things. However, they joyfully agree that it doesn’t matter, as the thing they appreciate most is their friendship.
This collection is full of comic mix-ups and misunderstandings, balanced with genuine warmth and affection. It’s the sixth instalment in the irresistibly charming chapter book series by the award-winning creator Jarvis. Bear and Bird’s adventures are perfect for reading aloud together or for children ready to start reading independently.
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Bear and Bird: The Cave and Other Stories
“These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+.” Guardian Bear and Bird: The Cave and Other Stories by Jarvis introduces Bear and Bird, who are best friends! While they don’t always understand each other, they both agree: all they want is to make the other happy. When neither of them...Paperback$1899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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"These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+." Guardian Bear and Bird: The Secret and Other Stories introduces us to Bear and Bird, two best friends who, despite not always understanding each other, are united in their wish to make one another happy. When Bird has a secret, Bear finds...Paperback$1899Unit price /UnavailableOut 1 Oct 2026Pre-order -
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Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
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Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781529531060
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 October 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Walker Books Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Jarvis
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 270g
Pages: 64
About the Author
Jarvis studied Graphic Design and previously worked as a record sleeve designer, website designer and an animation director before becoming a children’s bookmaker. His titles with Walker Books include Bear and Bird, an illustrated fiction series that follows the funny mix-ups and comic misunderstandings between a pair of best friends. The first of six titles, Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories, was the Indie Book of the Month on release and has been published into 15 different territories. His picture books include Follow Me, Flo!, Tropical Terry, Mrs Mole, I’m Home!, Thank You, The Boy with Flowers in His Hair, which won the 2023 Oscar’s Book Prize and the Indies Book Prize, and Alan’s Big, Scary Teeth, which won the V&A Best Illustrated Book. He is also the illustrator of the much-loved Pick a Pine Tree, Pick a Pumpkin and Pick a Perfect Egg series written by Patricia Toht. His titles have over sold 1.8 million copies worldwide and have been published into over 25 languages. Jarvis lives in Manchester with his wife and their dog Milo. Follow him on Instagram as @booksbyjarvis. Jarvis studied Graphic Design and previously worked as a record sleeve designer, website designer and an animation director before becoming a children’s bookmaker. His titles with Walker Books include Bear and Bird, an illustrated fiction series that follows the funny mix-ups and comic misunderstandings between a pair of best friends. The first of six titles, Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories, was the Indie Book of the Month on release and has been published into 15 different territories. His picture books include Follow Me, Flo!, Tropical Terry, Mrs Mole, I’m Home!, Thank You, The Boy with Flowers in His Hair, which won the 2023 Oscar’s Book Prize and the Indies Book Prize, and Alan’s Big, Scary Teeth, which won the V&A Best Illustrated Book. He is also the illustrator of the much-loved Pick a Pine Tree, Pick a Pumpkin and Pick a Perfect Egg series written by Patricia Toht. His titles have over sold 1.8 million copies worldwide and have been published into over 25 languages. Jarvis lives in Manchester with his wife and their dog Milo. Follow him on Instagram as @booksbyjarvis.
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