Bear in Love
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Bear in Love

Written by Daniel Pinkwater · Illustrated by Will Hillenbrand

A bear finds mysterious treats outside his cave. Who is leaving them?

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·3.7/5 Goodreads · 642 ratings
40 pages· 816 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud· AD510L
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A bear discovers sweet, crunchy surprises outside his cave each morning. Curious about his secret admirer, he wonders if he should leave a gift in return. As he investigates, he uncovers a charming mystery of unexpected kindness and a new, delightful friendship. Who is this mysterious friend, and what will the bear do next?

From the publisher

Could the bear have a secret friend? Who is leaving him surprises? The ever-lovable Daniel Pinkwater spins a funny and sweetly offbeat story.

One morning, the bear finds something just outside his cave. It is orange and long and pointy and has bushy green leaves at one end. And it’s sweet and crunchy! Where did it come from? Did someone leave it for him? Then there are two more of the sweet crunchy things the next morning! The bear knows that someone nice is leaving him these treats. If only he could discover who it is! Should he leave something tasty in return? With the help of Will Hillenbrand’s endearing illustrations, the inimitable Daniel Pinkwater spins a charming little mystery about unexpected kindnesses and finding that extra-special someone.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
816
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD510L
Themes & topics
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4.5

“This is a heartwarming story of two unlikely friends and their shared affinity for food. It has simplistic yet beautiful illustrations.”

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
153439
Publication
Published
August 14, 2012
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763645694

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