The Bear and the Star: A Winter and Holiday Book for Kids (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780062660374)

In this universal celebration of community and love, Bear gathers his friends from near and far to mark the changing of the season.

Acclaimed author Lola M. Schaefer and award-winning artist Bethanne Andersen explores themes of empathy, hope, and peace in this breathtaking picture book that will bring joy to the holidays as well as year round storytimes.

On a cold winter morning, Bear welcomes a new star to the sky and searches for the perfect tree--a majestic evergreen--under which to host a celebration for everyone to enjoy. Almost as if by magic, guests start to arrive. They are feathered, furry, scaled--on the wing, on four paws, on two feet. They are young and old. They bring gifts. They bring love. They bring hope for peace.

The Bear and the Star is a stunning picture book from acclaimed author Lola M. Schaefer and award-winning artist Bethanne Andersen. With a focus on understanding, empathy, community, and hope, it's the ideal choice for family sharing during the holiday season and throughout the year.

Author: Lola M. Schaefer
ISBN-10: 0062660373
ISBN-13: 9780062660374
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2019
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 10.30h x 11.30w x 0.30d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 09/01/2019
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2019
Publishers Weekly 10/07/2019
School Library Journal 10/01/2019 pg. 60
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2019 pg. 34
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2019 - Superior,Well Above Average