Me!

By Philip Waechter

Book Overview

Bears have more than a passing resemblance to humans. Especially this bear, who takes pleasure in the little things in life, and, of course, the big things as well. He is generous to a fault, and if we are to take his word for it, a rather clever fellow. But, like many of us, even our bear has days when he feels dreadfully aloneFortunately, he knows exactly what to do about it. Philip Waechter responds to this very human dilemma by creating a wonderful character, drawn with a delicately spare line but informed with great compassion and love.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1593540876
• ISBN13: 9781593540876
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.8" x 6.8"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7

Customer Reviews

Great For Self-Esteem Building

This is a gem of a little book which we found at our hometown bookstore. Once I saw the illustrations and read the captivating text, I bought as many as I could find to give to all of the children in our family. Bear begins the book by telling the reader all of the things which he feels make him unique: he has a big heart, he's clever, he feels at home anywhere in the world, etc. (My 8-year-old's favorite part is the illustration of bear going off a super high dive as he tells the reader, "fearlessly I face life's challenges!") Bear's most important bit of wisdom is probably "I like myself", an idea which suggests strong self-esteem and sets a great example. He does admit, though, that at times he feels small and then searches out a special friend, saying "I'm glad you're here". This book celebrates the uniqueness of each individual on our planet, as well as the necessity of being connected to others in order to have that gift appreciated.