Book Series · 3 Books

Board Buddies Books

In order from Don't Wake Up the Bear! to My Pup.

The Board Buddies series is a set of 3 board books by Marjorie Dennis Murray, published between 2003 and 2008. Written for ages 2–7, most books run about 25 pages.

Don't Wake Up the Bear!
Hippo Goes Bananas!
My Pup
Don't Wake Up the Bear!
My Pup
Don't Wake Up the Bear!
Hippo Goes Bananas!
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Don't Wake Up the Bear!
Sale price
$699
Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2003

Don't Wake Up the Bear!

By Marjorie Dennis Murray, Patricia Wittmann (Illustrator)

Animals seek warmth in a bear's den, but can they avoid waking him?

16 pages
Board Book
Summary: On a snowy night, a hare finds warmth in a bear's cozy cave. Soon, a fox and other animals join, forming a snug pile. But when a mouse sneezes, will the bear wake up? Discover the playful chaos that ensues in this charming bedtime tale.
The complete set

Board Buddies Series

3 books · Published 2003–2008

Don't Wake Up the Bear!
Series
Sale price
$699

Don't Wake Up the Bear!

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2003

Animals seek warmth in a bear's den, but can they avoid waking him?

Hippo Goes Bananas!
Series
Sale price
$1495

Hippo Goes Bananas!

Chapter Book · Ages 4–7 · 2006

Hippo's odd behavior sparks wild rumors. Is it madness or a toothache?

My Pup
Series
Sale price
$759

My Pup

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2008

A new pup and owner explore their neighborhood, bonding through playful adventures.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Board Buddies series?

There are 3 books in the Board Buddies series. It began with Don't Wake Up the Bear! in 2003, and the newest book, My Pup, was published in 2008.

What ages are the Board Buddies books best for?

The series is best for ages 2–7, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Board Buddies to life.

01

Marjorie Dennis Murray

Author
02

Margaret O'Hair

Author
03

Patricia Wittmann

Illustrator
04

Kevin O'Malley

Illustrator
05

Tammie Lyon

Illustrator

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