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Bear

Series: Bear's World
Brief Description
A story about sharing and how important it is to say what you mean. Bear is all set for a perfect day. The sky is blue, there's not a cloud in the sky and he has all of his most favourite things in the world by... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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Bear is a witty, original picture book about the difficulties of sharing - perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Chris Haughton.

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A story about sharing and how important it is to say what you mean.

Bear is all set for a perfect day. The sky is blue, there's not a cloud in the sky and he has all of his most favourite things in the world by his side - a cookie to nibble on, a book to get lost in, a bright balloon to keep him happy and the perfect bench to take a rest on.

But no sooner has Bear made himself comfortable, than along comes Fox who wants to share the bench too. Bear agrees, begrudgingly. But no sooner has he overcome the idea of sharing his bench when Wolf pops up to ask for a bit of cookie... and then Rabbit jumps up to read his book... and then Elephant lumbers along to play with his balloon. And before Bear knows it, it's all become too much for him! AAAAAARGH! yells Bear.

From author-illustrator Natalia Shaloshvili, this is a whimsical and laugh-out-loud funny picture book about how hard it can be to say what you really mean - and why it's best to avoid bottling up emotions, so they don't come bursting out in one big AAAAAARGH.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781836006565

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 March 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 280.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Natalia Shaloshvili began her creative career as a fashion and editorial illustrator, working with a number of international magazines and creative agencies, includingΒ Grazia,Β Women's HealthΒ andΒ Gala. Later, she found her true passion in children's books and paintings, and her original work can be found in private galleries and homes around the world. She lives in London with her family. Find her on Instagram as @nataly_owl.

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