Synopses & Reviews
A companion board book to
Ben Loves Bear,
Bella Loves Bunny shares the sweet story of friendship between a little girl and her beloved stuffed bunny rabbit, from morning till night.
Bella and Bunny do everything together. In the morning, they play piano and dance (and hop!). In the afternoon, Bella has lunch and Bunny has carrot cake. At night, they pick out Bellaand#8217;s favorite pajamas and snuggle close until they fall asleep.
McPhailand#8217;s simple text and heartwarming illustrations come together to make an irresistible book that young readers will fall in love with.
Praise for Bella Loves Bunny
"A lovely depiction of a first friendship."
and#151;Kirkus Reviews
"The simple text correlates perfectly with the cozy, comforting art, and most young listeners will be able to retell the story after hearing it."
and#151;Booklist
"With its softly-hued illustrations and simple story that will remind older readers of the simple joys of childhood, this one has high appeal for little ones who enjoy the special stuffed animal toys with whom they spend their days."
and#151;Reading Today Online
"This successor to McPhailand#8217;s Ben Loves Bear is a quiet and comforting book, perfect for reading aloud in the last minutes before turning out the lights and saying goodnight."
and#151;The New York Times
Synopsis
andlt;bandgt;This delightful baby game starts with a kiss on the nose and a smooch on the toes and ends with a tight hug night night. Share with your favorite little Baby Cakes. It's the perfect way to end any day. andlt;/bandgt;
Synopsis
Wilson's fresh and energetic text about the sweetest little babies and their adorable teddy bears is coupled with Williams' enchanting illustrations. Full color.
Synopsis
Ben and Bear do everything together. After breakfast, they play hide-and-seek and do tricks to make each other laugh. At night, Ben tells Bear a bedtime story and Bear snuggles with Ben until he falls asleep.
The youngest readers will relate to the loving bond between a little boy and his favorite stuffed animal and how this sweet friendship makes each day special, from morning till night.
Praise for Ben Loves Bear
STARRED REVIEWS
"Theirs is a soft, comforting world of cereal and honey breakfasts, hide and seek, and quiet bedtime reading. McPhailand#8217;s quiet, pastelhued paintings ensure that readers will be glad to revisit Ben and Bear."
and#151;Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Already a gifted artist, McPhail proves here that he intrinsically understands what the youngest readers want and need."
and#151;Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"McPhailand#8217;s classic watercolor style creates a comfortable and warm atmosphere that will resonate with youngsters."
and#151;School Library Journal
About the Author
Karma Wilson’s previous picture books include the international bestseller Bear Snores On, Bear Wants More, Bear Stays Up for Christmas, and Mortimer’s Christmas Manger, all illustrated by Jane Chapman, One Day in the Middle of the Bog, illustrated by Joan Rankin, and Hilda Must Be Dancing and Bear Hugs, illustrated by Suzanne Watts. She lives with her family in Fortine, Montana. Visit Karma at KarmaWilson.com. Sam Williams is the author, illustrator, and designer of numerous picture books for young children. Some of the books he's lent his talent to include the Bunny and Bee series, Cold Little Duck, Duck, Duck by Lisa Westberg Peters, and Pea Pod Babies by Karen Baicker. He recently put down his paintbrushes and took up the challenge to climb Mount Blanc! Sam lives with his wife in Hertfordshire, England.