Bear Says Thanks

PreS-Gr 1—Loveable Bear is back in Wilson's new rhyming book (Margart K.McElderry Bks, 2012). Bear is bored and misses his friends, so he decides to cook a large feast for them. But when he goes to his cupboards he finds that they are bare, and he doesn't know what to do. One by one, Mouse, Hare, Badger, and all of his friends stop by with food to share. When Bear feels bad because he has nothing to contribute, his pals remind him that he has stories to share with the group. All the friends say "thanks" as they share a big meal together. Jane Chapman's earth-tone illustrations depict the cute woodland animals with sweet facial expressions. John McDonough narrates in a rich tone, giving each creature a unique voice. Page-turn signals are optional. A great choice as Thanksgiving story or for lessons about being thankful or having good manners.—Jenny Ventling, Dayton Metro Library, OH