No Bear Anywhere

By Leah Gilbert

Book Overview

A young boy learns to cope with disappointment and embrace the unexpected in this infectiously charming, beautifully illustrated picture book.

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When his family takes a walk on Bear Creek Trail, Bruin is determined to spot his favorite animal (a bear). Before too long, he notices something It's a . . . pinecone Not a bear, but that's okay. A few minutes later, Bruin stops again: He's seen a . . . flower No bear anywhere, but there's still plenty of time. Eventually, they make it all the way to the . . . cave

But when there is no bear anywhere in the cave, Bruin is as sad as could be. Can he turn his day around, even when there's no bear?
Or, wait a minute-was a bear there, after all?

Leah Gilbert's gorgeous art shines in this playful and charming story about finding wonder and joy in the world around us, even when life takes unexpected turns.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1547605626
• ISBN13: 9781547605620
• Release Date: May 2024
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 10.3" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 3 to 6 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1