Look! A Bear! [9781685555054]

Overview

From acclaimed children’s author and illustrator Elisa Kleven comes a brand-new picture book about friendship and imaginative play, as a curious rabbit learns that connection can be found in the most unexpected places.

"The whimsical, textured illustrations, with their nods to Beatrix Potter, complement this sweet story that encourages bridging perceived divides via friendship." — Foreword Reviews

When Remy, a young rabbit, sees a bear cub one morning, he wants to play with her. But Mama and Papa say rabbits don’t play with bears. Curious and open-hearted, Remy begins to wonder whether that is really true.

In Look! A Bear!, Remy the rabbit and Bella the bear explore a richly textured natural world, discovering the joy of unexpected friendship. With lush full-color illustrations and a warm-hearted story that inspires curiosity and urges readers at any age to look beyond assumptions, this picture book is perfect for shared reading, classroom conversations, and cozy storytime.

Here’s what makes Look! A Bear! special:

• A Warm Friendship Story: A gentle tale about making friends, questioning assumptions, and staying open to connection.

• Beloved Author-Illustrator: Elisa Kleven is the acclaimed creator of more than thirty children’s books, including The Paper Princess and Sun Bread.

• Beautiful Visual Storytelling: Expressive illustrations filled with color, texture, and movement invite close looking and repeat readings.

• Supports Social-Emotional Learning: Encourages empathy, curiosity, kindness, and friendship across differences.

Look! A Bear! is a beautifully illustrated picture book about friendship, imagination, and seeing others with an open heart—perfect for young readers ages 4–8.

The book, Look! A Bear! [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN#9781685555054 in Hardcover by Elisa Kleven may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.