Books like Brave Bear
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
What Jesus Did: Adventures through the Bible with Caravan Bear and friends
Avril Rowlands, 2021
Why to read
Encourages spiritual growth and understanding of the Bible
Helps develop moral values like kindness and compassion
Provides historical context to New Testament events
Engages young readers through relatable animal characters
What Jesus Did: Adventures through the Bible with Caravan Bear and friends
Avril Rowlands, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
A Spiritual Dog "Bear"
J. Wesley Porter, 2016
54 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and perseverance.
Encourages emotional and spiritual growth in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing children's imagination effectively.
Supports parent-child bonding over shared reading sessions.
A Spiritual Dog "Bear"
J. Wesley Porter, 2016
Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming fears with engaging storytelling.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages emotional development and resilience in kids.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
My Name Is Bear
Nancy Inteli, unknown author, 2000
10 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story with endearing animal characters.
Teaches valuable life lessons through Bear's experiences.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
My Name Is Bear
Nancy Inteli, unknown author, 2000
Award winning
Deer
Julie Murray, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating deer behavior and habitat.
Enhances knowledge on wildlife and nature conservation.
Supports early learning about animal diversity.
Engaging narrative encourages curiosity and discovery.
Deer
Julie Murray, 2004
Award winning
The Magician's Elephant
Kate Dicamillo, 2009
201 pages
Why to read
Encourages belief in the impossible through magical storytelling.
Strengthens empathy and understanding via diverse character encounters.
Enhances problem-solving through complex, engaging plot twists.
Supports emotional development and resilience in young readers.
