Book Series · 4 Books

Martin Waddell's Little Bear Books

In order from Can't You Sleep, Little Bear? to Good Job, Little Bear.

The Martin Waddell's Little Bear series is a set of 4 picture books by Martin Waddell, published between 1988 and 1999. Written for ages 3–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$858

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1988

Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?

By Martin Waddell, Barbara Firth (Illustrator)

A sleepless bear learns the dark isn't so scary after all.

32 pages· 975 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

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Summary: Little Bear fears the dark, but Big Bear is determined to show him there's nothing to be afraid of. As lanterns fail to comfort, Big Bear's final gesture reveals the moon and stars, offering a soothing night-time revelation. Will Little Bear find peace in the night sky's glow?

The complete set

Martin Waddell's Little Bear Series

4 books · Published 1988–1999

Series

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$858

Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1988

A sleepless bear learns the dark isn't so scary after all.

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$574

Let's Go Home, Little Bear

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1990

Little Bear hears mysterious noises in the woods. Can Big Bear calm his fears?

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$1498

Good Job, Little Bear

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1999

Little Bear's solo adventure turns risky at a stream. Can Big Bear help?

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$1498

You and Me, Little Bear

Picture Book · Ages 3–6

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Martin Waddell's Little Bear series?

There are 4 books in the Martin Waddell's Little Bear series. It began with Can't You Sleep, Little Bear? in 1988, and the newest book, Good Job, Little Bear, was published in 1999.