Bear's Big Idea
Every day that Bear and Fish spend together is a good day. Fish always has the perfect idea for what to do!
One day, it’s Bear’s turn to make a plan. She promises Fish something BIG! But when Bear goes looking for her brand-new big idea, she can’t see one anywhere…….
From the creators of Big Bear and Little Fish, Bear’s Big Idea celebrates the power of imagination, play, and friendship, reminding us that-even when we can’t see them-the most important things are always with us.
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Interest Level | Preschool - Grade 2 |
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Reading Level | Grade 1 |
Genre | Picture Books |
Category | SEL: A Self-Awareness, SEL: C Social Awareness, SEL: D Relationship Skills, Social Emotional Learning |
Copyright | 2024 |
Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
Imprint | Carolrhoda Books ® |
Language | English |
Number of Pages | 32 |
Publication Date | 2024-09-10 |
Author: Sandra Nickel
Sandra Nickel is a writer of nonfiction picture books for children. Her work includes The Stuff Between Stars, Nacho’s Nachos, and Breaking Through the Clouds. She is the winner of a Christopher Award and holds an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. When at home in Switzerland, Sandra loves ambling and rambling and eating carrot muffins just as much as Bear and Fish do.
Illustrator: Il Sung Na
Il Sung Na was born in Seoul, South Korea. In 2001, he moved to London to pursue a BFA in Illustration and Animation at Kingston University, where he discovered a passion for children’s books. He completed his MFA Illustration Practice at MICA (Maryland Institute College of Art) in 2015. Il Sung has illustrated several books including Wild Peace, My Tree, and ZZZZ: A Book of Sleep. Currently based in Kansas City, Il Sung teaches illustration courses at KCAI (Kansas City Art Institute) and works on new books.
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Reviews
School Library Journal
“Young readers will enjoy the dilemma and recognize the anxiety of choosing just what to do each day. This gently humorous story would be a good addition to libraries needing animal and friendship stories.”—School Library Journal
Kirkus Reviews
“A winning tale of friendship and creativity unleashed.”—Kirkus Reviews