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We're Going on a Bear Hunt

The bestselling classic family favourite
By Michael Rosen
Series: We're Going on a Bear Hunt
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We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen is a delightful children's story following a family on an adventurous journey through various landscapes in search of a bear. The rhythmic text and engaging illustrations convey the excitement and challenges they encounter, creating an interactive experience for young readers.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you love imaginative adventures filled with excitement and exploration. With its rhythmic text and charming illustrations, it's perfect for young readers who delight in interactive storytelling and love a good journey with unexpected twists.

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt

For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.

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For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.

Follow and join in the family's excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What a surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest!

We're Going on a Bear Hunt is a delightful journey full of rhythmic repetition and adventure, perfect for engaging young readers and encouraging participation.

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen receives high praise for its timeless appeal and beautiful production, often described as a classic for all ages. Critics commend its rhythmic, adventurous narrative and stunning illustrations, making it delightful to read aloud. It is celebrated for fostering a sense of adventure and overcoming obstacles, with many considering it a staple in children's literature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780744523232

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 September 1993

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Helen Oxenbury

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 270.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 230g

Pages: 40

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About the Author

Michael Rosen is one of the most popular authors of stories and poems for children. His bestselling titles, published by Walker Books, include Little Rabbit Foo Foo, Michael Rosen’s Sad Book, This Is Our House, Tiny Little Fly, Dear Mother Goose and its sequel Dear Fairy Godmother. Michael received the Eleanor Farjeon Award in 1997, and was the Children’s Laureate from 2007 to 2009. He is a distinguished critic and academic, co-directing an MA in Children’s Literature at Birkbeck College. Michael lives in London, N10, with his family.

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