Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend

Written by Bob Shea

Part of the Bearsuit Turtle series

A turtle in a bear suit must prove he's a real bear to a skeptical friend.

4.1/5 Goodreads · 593 ratings

40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A turtle dons a bear suit, determined to convince a fellow turtle, a self-proclaimed bear expert, of his authenticity. As they embark on bear-like adventures—climbing trees, hibernating, and more—hilarity ensues. But when the expert reveals a surprising secret, the bear-suited turtle must confront his own truth. Can these two unlikely companions find friendship despite their differences? Discover the whimsical journey of Bearsuit Turtle and the unexpected bond that forms in this charming tale of identity and acceptance.

From the publisher

Fall in love with a turtle wearing a bear suit–determined to prove that he’s a “for-real” bear–in this laugh-out-loud silly friendship story from the award-winning Bob Shea, author-illustrator of the popular Dinosaur VS. series and Unicorn Thinks He’s Pretty Great 3 starred reviews! “Fresh, expressive, and wildly colorful.” (Booklist starred review) When a turtle in a bear suit claims he is a “for-real” bear, he must prove himself to another turtle who just so happens to be a for-real bear expert. Hilarity ensues as Bearsuit Turtle proves he can climb trees, hibernate, and do other for-real bear stuff . . . like riding bikes, eating ice cream, and smashing pumpkins. But when Bear-Expert Turtle reveals a secret, Bearsuit Turtle has to admit a truth of his own. Whether or not these two turtles are for-real bears or experts, they just might become for-real friends. With a fabulously endearing, offbeat, and memorable new character; playful, true-to-life child dynamics; and a goofy, kid-perfect sense of humor, Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend is sure to charm readers everywhere. Includes a page of “for-real bear facts” at the end.

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