Book Series · 7 Books

Goose and Bear Stories Books

In order from A Splendid Friend, Indeed to Alone Together.

A Splendid Friend, Indeed
What About Bear?
Oh! What a Surprise!
Fox Forgets
Bear Can Dance!
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

A Splendid Friend, Indeed
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$1697
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2005

A Splendid Friend, Indeed

By Suzanne Bloom

Can a quiet bear and a chatty goose find friendship despite their differences?

32 pages· 99 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Hardcover
Summary: Bear loves solitude and books, while Goose can't stop talking. Their personalities clash, but can they discover the true meaning of friendship? This delightful tale explores how two very different creatures might find common ground and learn to appreciate each other's unique qualities. As Bear seeks peace and Goose craves conversation, young readers will wonder: can opposites really attract, and what does it take to be a true friend? Join Bear and Goose on their heartwarming journey to find out if their differences can bring them closer together.
The complete set

Goose and Bear Stories Series

7 books · Published 2005–2024

Series
Sale price
$1697

A Splendid Friend, Indeed

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2005

Can a quiet bear and a chatty goose find friendship despite their differences?

What About Bear?

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2009

When a new friend joins, who gets left out?

Oh! What a Surprise!

Picture Book · Ages 1–3 · 2012

Fox hopes for a gift but plans her own surprise.

Fox Forgets

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2013

A message goes astray, leaving Bear worried. Can friendship mend the mix-up?

Alone Together

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2014

Can a quiet bear and a noisy fox find harmony in their friendship?

Alone Together

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2024

Can Bear and Fox find harmony between quiet and noise?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Goose and Bear Stories series?

There are 7 books in the Goose and Bear Stories series. It began with A Splendid Friend, Indeed in 2005, and the newest book, Alone Together, was published in 2024.

What ages are the Goose and Bear Stories books best for?

The series is best for ages 1–5, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Goose and Bear Stories to life.

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Suzanne Bloom

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