Description
Bear loves books. When Bear decides he wants a book of his very own, he and his best friend, Ellen, hatch a plan. But sneaking a bear into school, a library, and a bookstore proves to be harder than they thought. Will Bear ever find a book of his very own?
About the Author
Ellen Ramsey's love of reading and writing led her to careers as a teacher, a technical editor, and an author of stories for children. Her work has appeared in Highlights, Spider, Ladybug, Muse, and Fun for Kidz. One of her poems, published in Highlights High Five, won an SCBWI Magazine Merit Award for Poetry. Unlike Bear, she has never disguised herself as a furry giant, but she has dressed up as a bear. She lives with her husband and a collection of furry teddy bears in a friendly home in Pennsylvania. You can visit Ellen L. Ramsey online at EllenLRamsey.com or follow her on Instagram @EllenLRamseyBooks and on Twitter @EllenLRamsey1.
MacKenzie Haley is an award-winning illustrator of several children's books. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with her two cats, Booger and Abby. Thanks to her parents, she has been an avid reader since she was very young, and can absolutely understand Bear's love for books. She's lucky enough now to be able to create more picture books for future readers to fall in love with. You can visit MacKenzie Haley online at MacKenzieHaley.com or follow her on Instagram @MacKenzie_Haley or on Twitter @MacKenzieLea.
Reviews
Praise for A Book for Bear:
"Adults sharing the book should encourage children to write and illustrate and, if possible, read their own books. A pleasant story about books and reading to share with kids and bears."--Kirkus reviews
"An endearing picture book that showcases the lengths readers will go to find the perfect book . . . Bright colors and fun details make this a picture book that children will want to examine again after a firstreading. Whether showcasing the joys of reading or expanding a collection on friendship, this lovely book is one to seek out."-- School Library Journal
Book Information
ISBN 9780593527245
Author Ellen Ramsey
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Flamingo Books
Publisher Penguin Young Readers
Weight(grams) 476g
Dimensions(mm) 248mm * 279mm * 9mm
About the Author
Ellen Ramsey's love of reading and writing led her to careers as a teacher, a technical editor, and an author of stories for children. Her work has appeared in Highlights, Spider, Ladybug, Muse, and Fun for Kidz. One of her poems, published in Highlights High Five, won an SCBWI Magazine Merit Award for Poetry. Unlike Bear, she has never disguised herself as a furry giant, but she has dressed up as a bear. She lives with her husband and a collection of furry teddy bears in a friendly home in Pennsylvania. You can visit Ellen L. Ramsey online at EllenLRamsey.com or follow her on Instagram @EllenLRamseyBooks and on Twitter @EllenLRamsey1.
MacKenzie Haley is an award-winning illustrator of several children's books. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with her two cats, Booger and Abby. Thanks to her parents, she has been an avid reader since she was very young, and can absolutely understand Bear's love for books. She's lucky enough now to be able to create more picture books for future readers to fall in love with. You can visit MacKenzie Haley online at MacKenzieHaley.com or follow her on Instagram @MacKenzie_Haley or on Twitter @MacKenzieLea.
Reviews
Praise for A Book for Bear:
"Adults sharing the book should encourage children to write and illustrate and, if possible, read their own books. A pleasant story about books and reading to share with kids and bears."--Kirkus reviews
"An endearing picture book that showcases the lengths readers will go to find the perfect book . . . Bright colors and fun details make this a picture book that children will want to examine again after a firstreading. Whether showcasing the joys of reading or expanding a collection on friendship, this lovely book is one to seek out."-- School Library Journal
Book Information
ISBN 9780593527245
Author Ellen Ramsey
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Flamingo Books
Publisher Penguin Young Readers
Weight(grams) 476g
Dimensions(mm) 248mm * 279mm * 9mm
