Look! a Bear!

By Elisa Kleven

From acclaimed children's author and illustrator Elisa Kleven comes a brand-new picture book about friendship and imaginative play, as a curious rabbit learns that connection can be found in the most unexpected places.

When Remy, a young rabbit, sees a bear cub one morning, he wants to play with her. But Mama and Papa say rabbits don't play with bears. Curious and open-hearted, Remy begins to wonder whether that is really true.

In Look A Bear , Remy the rabbit and Bella the bear explore a richly textured natural world, discovering the joy of unexpected friendship. With lush full-color illustrations and a warm story about curiosity, kindness, and looking beyond assumptions, this picture book is perfect for shared reading, classroom conversations, and cozy storytime.

Here's what makes Look A Bear special:

- A Warm Friendship Story: A gentle tale about making friends, questioning assumptions, and staying open to connection.

- Beloved Author-Illustrator: Elisa Kleven is the acclaimed creator of more than thirty children's books, including The Paper Princess and Sun Bread.

- Beautiful Visual Storytelling: Expressive illustrations filled with color, texture, and movement invite close looking and repeat readings.

- Supports Social-Emotional Learning: Encourages empathy, curiosity, kindness, and friendship across differences.

Look A Bear is a beautifully illustrated picture book about friendship, imagination, and seeing others with an open heart--perfect for young readers ages 4-8.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1685555055
• ISBN13: 9781685555054
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Tiny Torch Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3