How a Bear Became a Book
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

How a Bear Became a Book

Written by Annette Bay Pimentel · Illustrated by Faith Pray

Discover how a beloved bear's story began and changed storytelling forever.

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48 pages· AD520L
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Explore the enchanting journey of Winnie-the-Pooh's creation, where a writer, illustrator, and editor unite to bring a bear to life. As Pooh's voice emerges, young readers learn how stories are born and evolve. Dive into a world of creativity, collaboration, and the magic of storytelling, all wrapped in the allure of honey.

From the publisher

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh with this gorgeous picture book about the creation of the World’s Most Famous Bear! In 1926, the very first Winnie-the-Pooh book was published. One hundred years later, generations of kids have grown up in the Hundred Acre Wood. How a Bear Became a Book tells the story of how writer, illustrator, and editor came together to craft Pooh’s first adventure. But deeper than that, this book introduces our youngest readers to how stories begin and where they can go. As Pooh’s voice enters the text, he slowly comes to life in the art. Textually delightful and visually stunning, this is a picture book about the making of picture books, but it is also a masterful exploration of ideas, storytelling, collaboration, art, and most importantly, honey.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD520L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
March 31, 2026
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781250358448

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