Bear and Squirrel Are Friends . . . Yes, Really!

Written and illustrated by Deb Pilutti

Can a bear resist eating his squirrel friend when hunger strikes?

3.7 Goodreads · 434 ratings

40 pages· 347 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· AD500L

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Bookroo's summary

Bear and Squirrel are unlikely friends, despite warnings from others about their natural roles. As Bear's hunger grows, their friendship faces a test. Can Squirrel's clever plan save their bond? Discover a heartwarming tale of friendship and trust, where the stakes are as high as a bear's appetite. Will Bear choose friendship over instinct, or will hunger prevail? Dive into this delightful story to find out!

From the publisher

Yes, bears sometimes eat squirrels. But can they still be friends? Find out in this clever picture book that’s perfect for preschoolers. The other bears said, “Squirrel would make a good midnight snack!” Bear said, “Squirrel’s my friend. I would never eat a friend.” But what happens if Bear gets really, really hungry? Squirrel has just the solution! This story about the power and bond of friendship will warm the hearts–and tickle the funny bones–of everyone who reads it.

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