Mr. Bear's New Baby (Mr.Bear Says)
Mr Bear Series
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What’s inside...
Mr and Mrs Bear and their woodland friends try everything to quieten the baby, but nothing works. Then her big sister has an idea. Mr. and Mrs. Bear and the other forest animals despair of ever getting Baby Bear to stop crying and go to sleep, but Small Bear knows just how to solve the problem.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Mr. Bear
Mrs. Bear
Discussion points
How do you think Mr. Bear felt when he met his new baby for the first time?
What are some ways Mr. Bear shows he cares for his new baby?
Can you think of a time when you helped take care of someone? What did you do?
Why do you think it's important for families to support each other?
If you were Mr. Bear, what would you do differently or the same for your new baby?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child to predict what the book might be about based on the title and cover.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the book's scenarios by relating to their own experiences.
Discuss the importance of family and caring for each other, drawing parallels to your own family dynamic.
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading experience more engaging and lively.
After reading, ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene or character from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Change
Explanation: Mr. Bear navigates the arrival of a new baby, showcasing adaptability and positivity in changing family dynamics.
Real-World Application: Children learn to accept and adapt to changes in their own family settings, such as the arrival of a new sibling.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Throughout the story, Mr. Bear takes on new duties and cares for the new baby, teaching the importance of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to help out at home and take responsibility for small tasks, mirroring Mr. Bear's actions.
Example Lesson: Showing Empathy
Explanation: Mr. Bear shows understanding and support to his partner and new baby, demonstrating empathy and kindness.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be empathetic towards family members and friends, understanding and sharing their feelings.
Example Lesson: The Joy of Family
Explanation: The book portrays the happiness that a new family member brings, emphasizing the value of family bonds.
Real-World Application: Children appreciate and cherish their family relationships, recognizing the joy each family member brings.