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Another wonderful “Big Bear” bed time story to read for you and your kid!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 25, 2014

“But big bear didn’t hear very well; he couldn’t sleep in his den in the dell. He thought he heard as twilight fell-“drive a jeep, big bear, drive a jeep”.

Big bear doesn’t hear very well and each time instead of going to sleep like he should have during winter time, he thinks he is being sent to another mission and to another mission each time, again and again…instead of making his own judgment and stop to think what he should really do, or ask, he just follows the orders blindly. it is only after he exhaust himself so much, that he suddenly hear what he should have done long time ago-which is going to sleep.

I think this book is about not being afraid to question anything or everyone, even if it is “old man winter”! it is about trusting yourself and your own judgment, and I think kids could relate to it because they tend to question their parents all the time, like they should.

The reason I like the character of big bear so much, is that he is very human, he is lovable, funny, very trusting and total to his mission, he doesn’t give up although he is so tired…in fact, you can say he is stubborn…yes, just like us sometimes…
Big bear has a strong will, and I think that’s why most children could identify with him and care about him. Eventually, we all want him to stop working so hard and go to winter sleep which was his true will from the beginning.

If you and your kid enjoy books with humor, this is a perfect book for you.

This book reminds me of “Sneezy the Snowman”, another wonderful book by Maureen Wright..
If you loved this book check out B007756YHO “Sneeze, Big Bear Sneeze! And experience another big bear adventure. You might want to check out also The Dinosaur Who Wanted to Fly as a tale of imagination and bravery for your kids
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Lisa M. Lewis

Love it

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 21, 2022

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Tammy Brown Elkeles

Another wonderful “Big Bear” bed time story to read for you and your kid!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 25, 2014

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KatKMB

Enticing for children

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 24, 2022

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My children and I love this book so much that I purchased it as a baby shower gift for my cousin. The illustrations are wonderful and Maureen tells a story that is enjoyable for mom to read and enticing for children to listen to. Our family copy is signed by Maureen.

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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 9, 2014

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Maureen Wright, Sleep, Big Bear, Sleep! (Two Lions, 2009)

Cute little tale about a slightly-hard-of-hearing bear who keeps misinterpreting old man wind's suggestion that he go hibernate for the winter, sending him off on all sorts of amusing, and occasionally odd, adventures. (No one thought it strange that a bear decided to show up and clean the house?) The illustrations are quite lovely (and, since I picked this one up in ebook form and we usually read it either on a 7” phone or 10” tablet screen, it's relevant) well-suited to electronic delivery. I'm not sure whether that was a specific idea in the mind of illustrator Will Hillenbrand, but it's certainly appreciated in this camp. My only real criticism is that the book takes its conceit maybe one step too far; the Bean (who's two as I write this) loses steam about four pages before Big Bear finally lies down for a nap. But that is certainly not going to stop me recommending this lovely little tale. *** ½

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Jo 88

Excellent read aloud!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 6, 2021

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Teacher confession...I'm very selective about the picture books I buy. But after checking this one out from the library and reading it several times, I knew I wanted to add it to my own collection. Great for reading aloud- It's funny and has a great rhythm to it. I bought it for my child, but know that my first grade students will enjoy it too. Can't wait to check it the other two in the series as well!

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Brando&Fauna

Sweet ,catchy bedtime story!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 24, 2021

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Both my four year old and I really enjoy this book! Its the perfect length for a toddler bedtime story ,and the fun repetition has him reading along with big bear and old man winter. Definitely a frequent request along with the other big bear stories at bedtime!

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Dee

Beautiful story & colorful illustrations

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 9, 2021

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My grandchildren just love this book! It is a simple read, they understand the storyline, the illustrations are both beautiful and colorful that it holds their attention. Would definitely recommend.

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Christina G.C.

Adorable book!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 24, 2021

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So adorable! My 3 year old niece loved the beautiful illustrations and her favorite page is the one that you hold the book sideways! The story is cute and silly. I recommend!

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Lisa M. Lewis

Love it

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 21, 2022

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Classroom loves book

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Laura Nicole Norris

Such a great book!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 19, 2021

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Wonderful calming, rhyming story for bedtime. This series has always been a favorite. Perfect for older and and young children.

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Aldena

Bear Book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 8, 2019

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I ordered this for out Great Grandchild for her 1st Birthday June 8th. I found the book just right for her sister who is 6 yrs old to read to her little sister. They both has a love that is just between them. I found the art work was a blessing, and I think the children will love the book. It was one of the things the girls said they wanted.

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