Little Bear's Visit
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1961 · Est. 12 min read-aloud

Little Bear's Visit

Written by Else Holmelund Minarik · Illustrated by Maurice Sendak

Book #4 in the Little Bear series

Little Bear treasures his grandparents' enchanting stories.

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64 pages· 1,456 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
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Little Bear cherishes his visits to Grandmother and Grandfather Bear, where he delights in Grandfather's hat and Grandmother's cooking. But it's the captivating tales of robins, goblins, and Mother Bear's childhood that truly capture his heart. As Little Bear listens, he embarks on imaginative adventures, discovering the warmth and joy of family bonds. What stories will he hear next, and how will they inspire his own playful escapades? Dive into a world where every visit is a new journey, filled with laughter and love, perfect for young readers eager to explore the magic of storytelling.

From the publisher

Little Bear likes to visit Grandmother and Grandfather Bear. He likes Grandfather’s hat and Grandmother’s cooking. But most of all, he loves to listen to their stories!

Awards

Caldecott Honor (1962)
At a glance
Format
Pages
64
Words
1,456
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
460L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about familyBooks about bearsBooks about multigenerationalBooks about grandparents
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.1
F&P level
~M
Publication
Published
December 19, 1961
First published
January 1, 1961
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064440233

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