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Bears Don’t Cry!

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Bears Don’t Cry! by Emma Chichester Clark is a delightful children's story that follows a bear named Boris, who finds himself far from home and ends up in a bustling city. As Boris navigates this unfamiliar world, he encounters various characters and faces unexpected challenges. Through his journey, the story explores themes of friendship, kindness, and understanding, making it an enchanting read for young audiences.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate heartwarming tales with charming illustrations. It follows a lonely bear on an adventure, inviting empathy and kindness through its enchanting narrative and characters. Ideal for young readers who love stories about friendship and acceptance.

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The beautiful sequel to Bears Don’t Read! from renowned author/illustrator, Emma Chichester Clark, creator of Blue Kangaroo.

The heart-warming and beautifully illustrated sequel to Bears Don’t Read! Perfect for children and parents

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The beautiful sequel to Bears Don’t Read! from renowned author/illustrator, Emma Chichester Clark, creator of Blue Kangaroo.

The crowd went quiet. Then somebody whispered, “Bears don’t cry, do they?”

George is no ordinary bear. He lives with a little girl called Clementine and her mother, who have taught him to read!

One day, when George finishes his book early and knows it will be a long time before Clementine and her mother return home, he decides to go to the library by himself. At first, it’s exciting to stroll along the sunny street. But poor George’s trip soon ends in disaster and, to make things worse, his library book is ruined. Can anyone help George to feel better when his feelings are hurt?

A heart-warming, feel-good story about friendship, with a powerful and highly relevant message that even big bears can cry.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008491833

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 234.0mm

Height: 319.0mm

Weight: 510g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Emma Chichester Clark studied at the Royal College of Art . She has worked as a freelancer for magazines, publishers and advertising agencies as well as teaching art for several years, but now dedicates most of her time to children’s books.

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