Book Series · 8 Books

Bears on Chairs Books

In order from Bears on Chairs to Bears at the Beach.

The Bears on Chairs series is a set of 8 picture books by Shirley Parenteau, published between 2009 and 2021. Written for ages 2–5, most books run about 30 pages.

Bears on Chairs
Bears in Beds
Bears in the Bath
Bears and a Birthday
Bears in a Band
Bears in the Snow
Bears and Blossoms
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Bears on Chairs
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$1498
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2009

Bears on Chairs

By Shirley Parenteau, David M. Walker (Illustrator)

Five bears, four chairs. Can they find room for one more?

32 pages· 264 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Summary: Four bears are perfectly seated on four chairs until Big Brown Bear arrives, seeking a spot. Can these clever bears solve the seating dilemma and make room for everyone? With charming rhymes and delightful illustrations, this tale explores sharing and cooperation in a playful way. Will the bears find a way to fit together, or will someone be left standing? Discover how a little creativity can make space for all.
The complete set

Bears on Chairs Series

8 books · Published 2009–2021

Series
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$1498

Bears on Chairs

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2009

Five bears, four chairs. Can they find room for one more?

Bears in Beds

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012

A mysterious noise disrupts bedtime for five bears. Can they find peace again?

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$1498

Bears in the Bath

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2013

Four muddy bears resist bath time. Will they get clean?

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$1498

Bears and a Birthday

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2014

Four little bears plan a secret birthday surprise.

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$1599

Bears in a Band

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2016

Can the little bears' noisy music wake the sleeping Big Brown Bear?

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$1498

Bears in the Snow

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2016

Can Big Brown Bear's idea fit all four bears on one sled?

Bears and Blossoms

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2018

Bears' picnic turns adventurous when strong winds lift them away. Can they return safely?

Bears at the Beach

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2021

Bears build a sandcastle, but will it stand or fall?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Bears on Chairs series?

There are 8 books in the Bears on Chairs series. It began with Bears on Chairs in 2009, and the newest book, Bears at the Beach, was published in 2021.

What ages are the Bears on Chairs books best for?

The series is best for ages 2–5, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Bears on Chairs to life.

01

Shirley Parenteau

Author
02

David M. Walker

Illustrator
03

David Walker

Illustrator

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