Awards
A Junior Library Guild selection.
Synopses & Reviews
A True Heartwarmer. Little Bruna is always cold, even in summer, and no matter what she does to warm up--throwing extra blankets on her bed, piling the fire high with logs, and even traveling to distant, sunny lands--nothing seems to make a difference ... until one day someone needs her help. A bear is drowning in the nearby river and Bruna must set aside her own worries to save and warm the cold, wet bear. It isn't long before she has forgotten about being cold and thrives in the warmth of a beautiful new friendship. A memorable story with all the charm of a classic fairy tale. Illustrated in delicate and flowing watercolor, it is sure to warm the hearts of all who read it.
Synopsis
Little Bruna is always cold, even in summer, and no matter what she does to warm up, nothing seems to make a difference...until one day someone needs her help. A bear is drowning in a nearby river and Bruna must set aside her own worries to save and warm the cold, wet bear. It isn't long before she has forgotten about being cold and thrives in the warmth of a beautiful new friendship.
About the Author
Anne Cottringer is an established author of picture books. She has worked in film and television, and her first picture book was published in 1995. Anne was born in Canada, and now lives in Hereford, England.
Illustrator: Gillian McClure is the author and illustrator of Tom Finger. She has written and illustrated since she was a child, and her delicate watercolor art has acquired many fans. She lives in Cambridge, England.