Little One
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Little One

By Jo Weaver

Part of the Little One series

A bear cub explores the world, guided by its mother through changing seasons.

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32 pages· 218 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

In a world awakening to spring, a bear cub embarks on a journey of discovery with its mother. As they explore the forest, the cub learns to eat, swim, and play, gaining confidence with each passing season. But as winter approaches, will the cub be ready to face the world on its own? This tender tale of growth and parental love unfolds with enchanting illustrations, capturing the beauty of nature and the bond between mother and child. Perfect for bedtime stories and sparking curiosity about the animal kingdom.

From the publisher

A loving nursery gift for new parents, this soothingly illustrated picture book follows a new bear cub and his mother as they discover a great big world together.Spring is here and new life is stirring. There is so much for Big Bear to teach her new cub as they step out into the forest. Together they eat, swim, fish, and play as one season becomes the next. With Big Bear’s help, Little One grows more and more confident, until winter comes once more and it’s time to head home.With gentle text and stunning charcoal illustrations, award-winning author-illustrator Jo Weaver reveals the wonder of nature, the first steps of independence, and the strength of parental love. Ideal for story time, bedtime, and elementary studies on animals.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
218
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD540L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about bearsBooks about familyBooks about parentsBooks about seasons
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.8
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
180415
Publication
Published
March 1, 2016
Publisher
Peachtree
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781561459247

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