Children's book Author

Else Holmelund Minarik

Biography

Else Holmelund Minarik first introduced readers to her timeless character in the classic Little Bear. Publication of this book, with illustrations by Maurice Sendak, launched the I Can Read series. This much-loved author continues to write stories for children at her home in North Carolina.

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Most Popular Else Holmelund Minarik Books

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$574

Little Bear

Chapter Book · Ages 4–7 · 1957

A bear's adventures reveal a mother's unwavering love.

Sale price
$574

Father Bear Comes Home

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1959

Little Bear eagerly awaits Father Bear's return from a fishing trip, with surprises in store.

Little Bear and the Marco Polo
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$1597

Little Bear and the Marco Polo

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Little Bear embarks on a journey of imagination and discovery with Grandfather's tales.

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Book Stats

12

Authored

0

Illustrated

6

Collaborators

Picture books

7

Chapter books

3

Board books

2

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All Else Holmelund Minarik Books

Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.

Little Bear and the Marco Polo
Sale price
$1597

Little Bear and the Marco Polo

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Little Bear embarks on a journey of imagination and discovery with Grandfather's tales.

Little Bear's Valentine
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$1398

Little Bear's Valentine

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002

Little Bear receives a mysterious valentine. Who is his secret admirer?

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$574

The Snowball Fight

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2002

A winter day, snowballs ready—who will throw first?

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$379

A Present for Mother Bear

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2002

Little Bear seeks the perfect birthday gift for Mother Bear with friends' help.

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$958

Cat and Dog

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1960

Cat and Dog's antics lead to endless fun and laughter. Who will outplay whom?

Sale price
$574

Father Bear Comes Home

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1959

Little Bear eagerly awaits Father Bear's return from a fishing trip, with surprises in store.

Sale price
$574

Little Bear

Chapter Book · Ages 4–7 · 1957

A bear's adventures reveal a mother's unwavering love.

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Collaborators

The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Else Holmelund Minarik's books.