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Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories

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At a glance

Condition
New
Format
Hardcover, Picture Book
Dimensions
6.46 x 0.43 x 9.37 in
Weight
12 oz
Publisher
Candlewick
Publication date
May 9, 2023
Language
English

Description

Picture-book maven Jarvis brings his subtle wit and charm to the chapter-book realm with this set of stories about a most endearing pair. Bear didn’t really like the painting. I mean, look at it. But he liked Bird a lot, and it would remind him of her . . . Bear and Bird are best friends, and they spend a lot of time together. They don’t always understand each other, but both agree that all they want is for their friend to be happy. So when Bear forgets the most important thing to pack for a picnic (but pretends that he didn’t), Bird doesn’t let on that she knew all along. And when Bird is upset to discover her friend has more of a certain talent than she does, Bear finds a touching way to make her feel better. Whether it’s the tale of a missing Bird and a “talking” flower that has Bear bewildered or that of a blanket whose irresistible coziness inspires a comic misunderstanding, Jarvis’s well-honed timing combines with gentle humor and genuine affection that will have readers eager for more. Read more

Specs 10

Publisher Candlewick
Publication date May 9, 2023
Language English
Print length 64 pages
ISBN-10 153622832X
ISBN-13 28
Item Weight 12 ounces
Reading age 5 - 9 years

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great first chapter book
Format: Paperback
Great book and story to build success in early readers
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2025 by Carter Whiddon

Great stories!
Format: Paperback
Very cute stories that I read to my 6 year old granddauhter. She then was able to sound it out for herself. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2025 by Amazon Customer

Such a sweet collection
Format: Hardcover
My 5 year old daughter and I love to read these stories. 4 come within the book and the illustrations are beautiful. There's always a small but kind message about tough things in each one.
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2024 by Alexis Wilgus

love all books by Jarvis!
Format: Hardcover
These are charming stories about two best friends, Bear and Bird. My grandson and I love all books by Jarvis!
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2024 by msg

Book
Format: Hardcover
Lovely book.
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025 by gloria lenoir

Get this for your toddler
Format: Paperback
Silly, simple, and easy to read. The colors and illustrations are so well done. The print quality is very high, so it really pops. And there are clever little quirks to notice in each book in this series.
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2025 by AM

Such cute characters and a great read!
Format: Hardcover
The cover grabbed my attention but the mini stories have kept my kiddos and I hooked! Join Bear and Bird in four little adventures that are sure to bring sweet giggles out of all of your little readers. The illustrations are so charming and we are finding that the stories entertain my 3 year old, 6 year old, and 10 year old! My youngest loves the characters and my son loves that it is a step up from a normal picture book. He feels like he is reading an early chapter book, win-win! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2024 by Sara R

This early chapter/ picture book is cleverly silly and truly delightful.
Format: Hardcover
This early chapter/ picture book is cleverly silly and truly delightful. The humor hits you somewhere behind your tickle bone which causes a wave of joy to ripple through your body and the absolutely loving connection between the title characters is what the best of friendships are made of. Friends are allowed to have different opinions, styles and tastes because the true essence of friendship is acceptance, kindness and love. That's what really matters! Jarvis’s adorable digital drawings, in a fun and varied color palette, that convey texture and movement, are accompanied by well written and creative text. The two blend perfectly into stories filled with gentle humor and goodwill. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2023 by Always Be Dancing
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