A Present for Mother Bear

Written by Else Holmelund Minarik · Illustrated by Chris Hahner

Part of the Maurice Sendak's Little Bear series

Little Bear seeks the perfect birthday gift for Mother Bear with friends' help.

3.9 Goodreads · 33 ratings

24 pages· 517 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~300L

$3.99Save 5%

In stock. Also at Amazon.

Bookroo's summary

Little Bear embarks on a heartfelt quest to find the perfect birthday gift for Mother Bear. With the help of his friends, each offering their own unique ideas, Little Bear navigates a world of possibilities. Will he discover the ideal present that captures his love and appreciation? Join Little Bear, Hen, Duck, Cat, and Owl in this charming tale of friendship, creativity, and the joy of giving. As Little Bear explores, he learns that the best gifts come from the heart. What will he choose for Mother Bear's special day?

From the publisher

Little Bear is about the warm cocoon that childhood should be. It is about the spirited adventures of a curious, imaginative, inventive little bear and the friends of his childhood. From the safe, loving and protected home provided by his parents, he is able to roam freely across a wider but still protected landscape, he is able to play and thrive in this environment. Little Bear eagerly tackles all the things that life throws at him and faces obstacles with excitement, humour and interest. At the end of the day after playing with his friends, Hen, Duck, Cat and Owl he always has a story to tell Mother Bear. A Present for Mother Bear It’s Mother Bears birthday and Little Bear wants to find the perfect present. As he searches, he has some help from his friends, each of whom has an idea about what Mother Bear would like best! Ages 5 +

At a glance