A story about stories, writing, reading, and friendship.(goodreads summary)
Bear has a favorite book that he loves to read over and over again. Unfortunately, it becomes so worn that the pages start to fall out and a gusty wind blows them away. He decides he should make his own story but once he sits down to write, Bear doesn't know where to begin. Looking for a little inspiration, he heads off to the forest for a good back scratch. Along the way he encounters several friends who just may give him a few ideas for an exciting new story.
This sweet and charming picture book is not just about writing but also of kindness and friendship. The illustrations are soft and gentle with friendly expressions on the cute forest animals. I did wish though that the text was a bit larger or bolder because it was hard to read on the bottom of the darker pages. After Bear helped his friends in need he finally realized the cure for his writers block. This will help young writers understand the "write what you know" adage giving them their own inspiration for a wonderful story to write. In the end, we get to read Bear's new story from the pull out flap which was a pleasant surprise. Kids will be excited to hear what he wrote about and to visually see Bear's actual story within the book. I think this is a "just right book" for ages 5-7.~
Title: Bear's Book
Author: Claire Freedman, illustrated by Alison Friend
Pub. date: May 2019, Templar Books
Genre: picture book
Hardcover, 32 pgs.
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