Book Series · 9 Books

Frank Asch Bear Books Books

In order from Sand Cake to Tacos.

Sand Cake

Popcorn

Just Like Daddy

Bread and Honey

Milk and Cookies

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Sand Cake

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$759

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1978

Sand Cake

Can Baby Bear bake a cake with only sand and sea?

32 pages· 426 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Summary: On a sunny beach, Baby Bear wants to bake a cake for Papa Bear. But with only sand and ocean around, traditional ingredients are nowhere to be found. Can Baby Bear's creativity turn this sandy setting into a culinary masterpiece? Join this delightful adventure as Baby Bear and Papa Bear discover the magic of imagination and the joy of creating something special together. Will they succeed in their sandy endeavor, or will the ocean's waves wash away their dreams? Dive into this charming tale of family, fun, and a unique beachside treat.

The complete set

Frank Asch Bear Books Series

9 books · Published 1978–2023

Sand Cake

Sale price

$759

Sand Cake

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1978

Can Baby Bear bake a cake with only sand and sea?

Popcorn

Sale price

$858

Popcorn

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1979

A Halloween party overflows with popcorn. How will they handle it?

Just Like Daddy

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$858

Just Like Daddy

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1981

Little Bear learns fishing skills from both parents on a family trip.

Bread and Honey

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$858

Bread and Honey

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1982

Bear's creative portrait of his mother sparks unexpected reactions.

Milk and Cookies

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$759

Milk and Cookies

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1982

A young bear confronts his fears after dreaming of a dragon.

Good Night, Baby Bear

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$759

Good Night, Baby Bear

Picture Book · Ages 0–3 · 1998

Mama Bear must fulfill Baby Bear's whimsical bedtime requests.

Pizza

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$1597

Pizza

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Baby Bear tries pizza and can't imagine eating anything else.

Pancakes in Pajamas

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$858

Pancakes in Pajamas

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Join Baby Bear for a day of pancakes, pajamas, and playful adventures.

Tacos

Sale price

$1797

Tacos

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Can Baby Bear overcome his fears and try tacos on a trip with Poppa Bear?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Frank Asch Bear Books series?

There are 9 books in the Frank Asch Bear Books series. It began with Sand Cake in 1978, and the newest book, Tacos, was published in 2023.

What ages are the Frank Asch Bear Books books best for?

The series is best for ages 0–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Frank Asch Bear Books to life.

Frank Asch

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