Brave Bitsy and the Bear

By Angela McAllister

Book Overview

When Bitsy falls out of her girl's pocket in the woods, she is lost and all alone--until she meets gentle Bear, who helps Bitsy find her way back home before he hibernates for the winter. But Bear is already very tired, and only Bitsy's hopeful songs keep him awake on their journey. Once Bitsy is safe at home, she worries: Will Bear fall asleep before reaching his cave? Irresistible illustrations capture this warm, touching story of quiet courage and loyal friendship.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0618639942
• ISBN13: 9780618639946
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Clarion Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.8" x 10.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

Great book, good message, good art

My daughter loves this book, she named one of her stuffed bunnies 'bitsy' after the character in the book. Luckily it's one I can read over & over without going crazy.

Sweet Story of Friendship...

BRAVE BITSY AND THE BEAR is a wonderfully sweet story. Every child is sure to love this cute tale of friendship. When an itty-bitty bunny is accidentally lost in the woods, a kindly bear helps her find her way home. But, the bear really should have been going to his cave to sleep through the winter. Bitsy wonders if Bear found his way home, and decides that she must find out when snow blankets the countryside. Author Angela McAllister has created such a sweet story. Children are sure to adore the cute Bitsy and the kind Bear. Friendship is important to children, and in this book, they have a good example to follow. Bear and Bitsy become fast friends. Illustrator Tiphanie Beeke's style perfectly illustrates this endearing story with cute creatures and soft watercolor landscapes. BRAVE BITSY AND THE BEAR is sure to be a hit with children everywhere!