Good Bear, Bad Bear

Two sisters' identical bears reveal unexpected truths about love and self-worth.

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40 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

A girl struggles with always being compared to her perfect sister. When they receive identical teddy bears, her sister's stays pristine while hers becomes worn and loses an eye. Yet, her sister still cherishes the 'Bad Bear,' revealing that love can transform perceptions. Can two sisters find harmony despite their differences? This touching tale explores self-esteem and sibling dynamics, showing that being different doesn't mean being less.

From the publisher

A girl’s habit of comparing herself to her sister comes to a head when they’re given identical teddy bears–which don’t stay identical for long. This little girl’s sister is always good–smart and tidy and talented. She can’t be always good like that, so instead, she’s always bad. When Mom brings home matching bears for them, her sister names hers Good Bear; they play nicely together, and Good Bear stays pristine and perfect. “Bad” sister’s Bad Bear, on the other hand, soon gets dirty, and even loses an eye! But her sister still wants to play with Bad Bear. In fact, she thinks he’s pretty special. Love has a strange way of changing the look of things, and maybe two bears can both be good, even if they’re not exactly alike… maybe two sisters can, too. Hyewon Yum brings her gentle lens and warm, irresistible art style to feelings she remembers well from growing up as a twin. Good Bear, Bad Bear is perfect for any kid grappling with self esteem and comparison with peers, especially siblings.

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