Not This Bear

Written by Alyssa Satin Capucilli · Illustrated by Lorna Hussey

Part of the This Bear series

A reluctant bear discovers the joys of his first day at school.

4.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.6/5 Goodreads · 161 ratings

32 pages· 496 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~360L

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Bookroo's summary

Bear is hesitant about his first day of school, doubting his mother's assurance that all bears love it. As the day unfolds, he finds unexpected joy in painting, stories, and new friendships. Will Bear's reluctance turn into excitement as he discovers the wonders of school?

From the publisher

It’s Bear’s first day of school, and he’s a bit reluctant to go. Mama says all bears love school; Bear isn’t so sure. But school turns out to be full of fun–painting pictures, listening to stories, and making new friends. Maybe this bear will like school after all.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 496
Reading age: 2–6
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~360L

Themes & topics

Books about the first day of school Books about new experiences Books about bears Books about facing fears Books about starting school

What readers & critics say

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“This story makes a lovely addition to the 'first-day-of-school' canon. I like the sweet way that bear clings to his comfortable/familiar, and his loyalty to the life he has known thus far. Mr. Brown has a gentle manner of introducing bear to the exciting new world of school without forcing bear to engage past his comfort zone. Given the time and space to be ready for new experiences, bear gradually finds his way, and a new friend as well.”

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