Bear is getting ready for his long winter sleep when his friends in the forest tell him about Christmas, and he decides to stay awake and see what the fuss is. Badger, Gopher, Mouse and the rest keep him going with food and company, and Bear has to fight his drowsiness. The story is told in rhyming verse with warm illustrations by Jane Chapman, and it ends with a sweet scene of friends together on a snowy night.
Parents and caregivers of toddlers and preschoolers will find a gentle read-aloud for the holiday season. The rhythm is easy to repeat, and the theme of generosity and friendship makes it a natural bedtime pick in December.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2004
- Language
- EN
