We Are Bears
Nature's Children Series
What’s inside...
In these two delightful children's stories, young wolf cubs and young bear cubs explore their big, new worlds. Uncle Wolf teaches two young cubs all about being wolves in We Are Wolves. They learn to be watchers and listeners and travelers and hunters. But most important of all, they learn about their pack - and being a family. In We Are Bears, Mother Bear teaches her new cubs all about being bears. They learn to be climbers and swimmers and diggers and sleepers. Mother Bear is very proud of them. The cubs' adventures come alive through beautifully detailed illustrations. Readers of all ages will enjoy and treasure these two beautiful books for generations.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the bears felt when they were exploring the forest?
What do you think is the most important lesson the bear family teaches us?
Why do you think the bears stick together as a family?
How would you help the bears if you met them during their adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story by relating their personal experiences to those of the bears.
Use expressive reading: modulate your voice to match the emotions in the story to help your child better understand the feelings of the characters.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story to enhance their problem-solving skills and spark creativity.
After reading, connect the story's lessons to real-life examples of teamwork and family support to reinforce the values.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Family and Unity
Explanation: The book portrays the bear family working together and supporting each other through various scenarios, emphasizing the importance of unity.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of sticking together with their family and cooperating to solve daily challenges.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The story's setting in the natural habitat of bears highlights the need to care for and respect our environment.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to engage in activities that promote environmental preservation and to be mindful of their impact on surrounding natural spaces.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: As the bear cubs face and overcome different obstacles, the theme of bravery is consistently depicted.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own fears and challenges boldly, understanding that courage is key in overcoming difficult situations.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: The bear cubs' adventurous spirits lead them to explore their world, showcasing the benefits of curiosity.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to discover new information and experiences, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, the bears encounter problems that they solve by thinking creatively and working together.
Real-World Application: Children learn important problem-solving skills that they can use at school and in social interactions.