Synopses & Reviews
Welcome home, bear. When Sosha spots Mister Bear at a yard sale, he is shaggy and worn and has a big hole in his side. But the old teddy bear captures Sosha's heart, and she cannot leave him behind. She takes him home, and with a little bit of thread, some soap, and new clothes, Mister Bear is as good as new -- and Sosha has a new best friend!
Sylvie Wickstrom's appealing picture book is perfect for anyone who believes that special friends can be found in the most unlikely places, and for anyone who has ever loved a shaggy old bear.
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“With a charm that perfectly captures [a] special relationship, [this book] should please all young listeners.” Kirkus Reviews
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“will appeal to youngsters who understand the importance of a well-loved toy” School Library Journal
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“Well suited to reading aloud, this endearing story is simply told and illustrated with affection and panache.” ALA Booklist
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“A sweet and touching tale...Wickstrom makes every picture and line resonate with Soshas forthright love” Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Synopsis
What does Sosha do when she spots a shaggy old bear at a yard sale? She rescues him, of course! This endearing story about the friendship between a girl and her bear is perfect for anyone who believes that special friends can be found in the most unlikely places, and for anyone who has ever loved a shaggy old bear.
About the Author
Sylvie Wickstrom is the author and illustrator of several books for children.
I Love You, Mister Bear was inspired by Ms. Wickstrom's daughter, Sosha, who once rescued her own Mister Bear from a local yard sale. The original Mister Bear now keeps Ms. Wickstrom company in her studio while she writes and illustrates her picture books.
Sylvie Wickstrom grew up in France and now lives in Albany, New York.
Sylvie Wickstrom is the author and illustrator of several books for children. I Love You, Mister Bear was inspired by Ms. Wickstrom's daughter, Sosha, who once rescued her own Mister Bear from a local yard sale. The original Mister Bear now keeps Ms. Wickstrom company in her studio while she writes and illustrates her picture books.
Sylvie Wickstrom grew up in France and now lives in Albany, New York.