The Bear Cupboard

By Pola Bernard

Book Overview

An unforgettable journey of survival, courage, and the power of forgiveness.

Deep in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, Palo lives a life intertwined with nature, cherishing every bird song and dewdrop. But one crisp autumn day, a tranquil walk takes a horrifying turn when she's accidentally shot by two hunters and left for dead in a bear cave.

Alone and injured, Palo awakens to a terrifying reality: she's not alone. A grieving mother bear, who has just lost her cub, is her unexpected protector. As winter descends, Palo learns the true meaning of survival, forging an extraordinary bond with the wild and discovering inner strength she never knew she possessed.

While her family desperately searches, clinging to hope from a mysterious diary entry, Palo's world is transformed by the harsh beauty of the wilderness and the surprising compassion of a creature of the wild.

This heartwarming and inspiring tale explores:

The incredible resilience of the human spirit when faced with unimaginable challenges.The unexpected bonds that can form between humans and animals.The profound act of forgiveness and its power to heal.The wild beauty of the Smoky Mountains and lessons learned from nature.

Join Palo on an adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat and touch your heart. Perfect for readers who love stories of survival, nature, and redemption.

For fans of authors like Jean Craighead George and Gary Paulsen, "The Bear Cupboard" offers a unique blend of wilderness adventure and heartwarming character development.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1966349068
• ISBN13: 9781966349068
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Particular Books for Young Readers
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 5 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7