Meet Little Bear, a friend to millions of children. And meet Mother Bear, who is there whenever Little Bear needs her. When it is cold and snowy outside, she finds just the right outfit for Little Bear to play in. When he goes to the moon, she has a hot lunch waiting for him on his return. At night she helps him get to sleep. And, of course, she never forgets his birthday.
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This is the first I Can Read Book ever, and the first of five classic Little Bear books, expressly designed for beginning readers. Elsa Holmelund Minarik and Maurice Sendak teamed up to create these simple stories that are deeply comforting and lovingly playful. In one story, "Birthday Soup," Little Bear cannot find his mother and presumes she has forgotten his birthday. With the prospect of guests arriving and no cake in sight, he sets out to make birthday soup (all his friends like soup). Just as the gathering is sitting down for soup, Mother Bear shows up with a big, beautiful birthday cake. "I never did forget your birthday, and I never will," she says to her son as he hugs her leg. In "Little Bear Goes to the Moon," Little Bear declares that he will fly to the moon in his new space helmet. Mother Bear tells him to be back by lunch, and he is. The gentle, teasing repartee between Little Bear and his mother will delight young readers, and the spacious layout and large type will encourage them to keep on reading! (Ages 4 to 8)
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"These tender and eloquent stories about Little Bear (the first Harper I Can Read Book) are told with a forthright simplicity that is never forced or artificially repetitious." -- Language Arts.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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Else Minarik's Little Bear is a gentle soul -- a bear cub who is a loving son to his parents, an affectionate charge to his grandparents and a good friend to Owl, Cat, Hen, Duck and Emily, the little girl who visits in the summer. The stories are filled with quiet humor, affection and imagination as Little Bear and his friends celebrate birthdays, play games, meet new friends and explore their neighborhood. Your young child will love these stories.
The book itself is a great value. Cover art lies directly on a sturdy binding, and this volume contains the complete contents of three books: Little Bear, Little Bear's Friend and Little Bear's Visit. That's twelve stories, with charming illustrations by Maurice Sendak.
Lovely book, terrific value.
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I recently found that at 42 I still remember the story of Little Bear's birthday soup and his trip to the moon (especially the illustrations) from my own childhood. It's wonderful reading them to my son.
These are stories that stay with you always.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
The Little Bear books are the favorites in our house. Our three year old son and his ten month old sister actually sit and listen while they are being read these books. Mom and dad love them also. We choose these books first over all the others in our bookcase.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Quick shipping
Item was in the condition as described and shipped quickly. The book is a collection of stories instead of just the one I was looking for.
Published 13 hours ago by Heather Mims
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Favorite
This was one of my favorite books as a kiddo. I love that I can still get it in hardback for my kiddo.
Published 25 days ago by Justin Rout and Karyn Blanco
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Great book for young children
This is a great book for young children who are either just about to read, or are learning to read. Its very easy to read, and enjoyable for children and adults (the young at... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Robert Rudland
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hardcover edition review - not the book itself
Let me start by saying I love this book. I grew up with little bear books; they were among my favorite. They are simple, easy-to-read, fun stories. Read more
Published 1 month ago by p george
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great books for the beginning reader!
These books are great for beginning readers. It has fun stories that are on a level that encourages little readers that they are excelling. Very cute stories as well.
Published 2 months ago by Brittany O
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
My granddaughter loves Little Bear. Got it for her for Christmas and she loved it.It was a great buy and a great gift.
Published 4 months ago by Rosetta M. Lidgey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Reminds me of my childhood!
I grew up with this book and it will always hold a very special place in my heart. My parents used to read it to me when I was little and I loved the exciting stories about Little... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Corine Aubin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Favorite Book
This is a great book in the Little Bear's series. Shows great bonding between Little Bear and Mother Bear. One of my favorites.
Published 4 months ago by Maxine Jeglum
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it
Kids enjoy reading. Books were a require met from her school to read in the evening with parents. Great book.
Published 5 months ago by Laura E. Islas Brown
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Letters near the binding are obscured (hard bound version)
I purchased a copy of the hard bound version for my grandson. When it arrived I found the book was bound like a rebound book. Read more
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