Bear's Bicycle

Name: Bear's Bicycle
Price: 16.19 USD
Availability: InStock
ISBN: 9781506465692

By: Laura Renauld

Illustrated By: Jennie Poh

Product Description

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In Bear's Bicycle by Laura Renauld and illustrated by Jennie Poh, Bear, Porcupine, Doe, and Squirrel all eagerly prepare for the festival on wheels. But even after studying every book on bikes he can find, Bear still struggles to get the hang of riding. While he is on his way to the library for a new book, his friends teach Bear that everyone learns in different ways, and by practicing together, they will all master riding their bikes. In this follow-up book to Porcupine's Pie, the woodland friends inspire each other in a tale of practice, perseverance, and friendship. A final spread features tips from one of Bear's books: bike safety, caring for your bike, and fun ways to decorate it! Recommended for ages 4 to 7 years.

Product Information

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Title: Bear's Bicycle
By: Laura Renauld
Illustrated By: Jennie Poh
Format: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 32
Vendor: Beaming Books
Publication Date: 2021

Dimensions: 9.25 X 9.25 (inches)
Weight: 12 ounces
ISBN: 1506465692
ISBN-13: 9781506465692
Ages: 4-7
Series: Woodland Friends
Stock No: WW465692

Publisher's Description

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Our woodland friends from Porcupine's Pie are back, and Summer Scoot, the big community bike ride, is right around the corner!

Bear, Porcupine, Doe, and Squirrel all eagerly prepare for the festival on wheels. But even after studying every book on bikes he can find, Bear still struggles to get the hang of riding. While he is on his way to the library for a new book, his friends teach Bear that everyone learns in different ways, and by practicing together, they will all master riding their bikes. In this follow-up book to Porcupine's Pie, the woodland friends inspire each other in a tale of practice, perseverance, and friendship. A final spread features tips from one of Bear's books: bike safety, caring for your bike, and fun ways to decorate it!

Author Bio

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Laura Renauld is a former elementary school teacher. She lives in Northern Virginia with her husband and their two storytelling sons. She is the author of Porcupine's Pie, Bear's Bicycle, Squirrel's Sweater, and Fred's Big Feelings: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers.

Jennie Poh is a creative who studied fine art at the Surrey Institute of Art & Design, as well as fashion illustration at Central St. Martins. She lives in Woking, England.

Editorial Reviews

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"This story of determination and friendship is simply and consistently told." --Kirkus Reviews

"They say you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but in this case, you absolutely should. The whimsical illustrations by Jennie Poh bring Bear and his bike buddies to life in this sweet tale of practice and persistence." --Glenys Nellist, author of Little Mole Finds Hope and the series Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time

"Bear's Bicycle reminds all of us that nothing is easy the first time we try it. Its delightful cast of characters help one another overcome obstacles and demonstrate to young readers that perseverance always pays off." --Mindy Baker, author of Mouse's Christmas Gift

"Kids will experience the frustrations of learning a new skill and the reward that comes from practice and perseverance, all in the context of Bear's charming world." --Marilou Reeder, author of Willow the Armadillo and The Daring Prince Dashing

"It's a message that reminds us that practice equals fun, perseverance is rewarded, and with your friends by your side, you can do anything!" --Lara Ivey, librarian