Books like Brave Bear
Award winning
The Barefoot Book of Children
Tessa Strickland, Kate Depalma, David Dean, 2016
64 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and global cultures insightfully.
Encourages empathy and global awareness in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children.
Supports social and emotional development effectively.

The Barefoot Book of Children
Tessa Strickland, Kate Depalma, David Dean, 2016
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, Gustyawan, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, Gustyawan, 2023
Award winning
Shanna's First Readers: Level 1: Shanna's Bear Hunt: Shanna's First Readers Level 1: Bear Hunt
Jean Marzollo, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with captivating adventure themes.
Enhances vocabulary through simple, repetitive language structures.
Supports early reading skills with clear, large text.
Encourages imagination and exploration in storytelling.

Shanna's First Readers: Level 1: Shanna's Bear Hunt: Shanna's First Readers Level 1: Bear Hunt
Jean Marzollo, 2004
5 Minute Teddy Bear Tales
Nicola Baxter, Jenny Press, 1998
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging, quick stories ideal for bedtime.
Fosters emotional development and empathy.
Enhances imagination and creativity.
Supports early literacy skills.

5 Minute Teddy Bear Tales
Nicola Baxter, Jenny Press, 1998
Award winning
Teddy Bear
Pauline Cockrill, DK, 1992
20 pages
Why to read
Captures the timeless charm of childhood teddy bears.
Enhances emotional development through relatable teddy bear adventures.
Encourages creativity and imagination in young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Teddy Bear
Pauline Cockrill, DK, 1992
Award winning
There's a Bear in the Bath
Nanette Newman, 1994
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating, humorous story sparks children's imagination.
Engaging narrative enhances early literacy skills.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving in young readers.
Fun bath-time adventure for shared reading moments.

There's a Bear in the Bath
Nanette Newman, 1994
Award winning
Cat and Bear
Carol Greene, Anne Mortimer, Anne Greene, Carol, Mortimer, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship between diverse characters.
Enhances children's understanding of empathy and cooperation.
Simple language tailored for early readers' comprehension.
Encourages interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Cat and Bear
Carol Greene, Anne Mortimer, Anne Greene, Carol, Mortimer, 2000
Pearlie and the Big Doll
Wendy Harmer, Mike Zarb, 2014
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale fosters curiosity and imaginative play.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
