Bear enjoys a day with nothing particular to do, but his friends seem too busy to play with him.

The eagle's sitting on her nest. A walk is what the bear loves best. What do a sheepdog and fox, a stork and a leopard, and an octopus and an ostrich have in common? The solution is simple: Erwin Moser depicts them all with ingenious rhymes and portrays them in typical and unusual situations in eleven playful spreads.

On the heels of Bear Is Not Tired comes a delicious new story of a big bear with an even bigger sweet tooth—perfect for fans of Karma Wilson’s Bear Wants More. When Bear discovers jam for the time, he can’t think of anything else. Mama Duck tells him that growing bears need to eat their vegetables first . . . but Bear can’t stand the strange green things on his plate. He only wants jam! It’s not until Bear notices the little ducks around him eating ALL of their food, that it finally clicks: Bear can have his dinner and his jam. This tender follow-up to Bear Is Not Tired will hit home with every family of finicky eaters. Praise for Bear Is Not Tired: “Gavin’s watercolors offer humor and tenderness in equal supply, making this blended family irresistible.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “Warm and wonderful.” —Kirkus Reviews on Bear Is Not Tired

Learn about the things playful Puppy likes best as you read this charming storybook. What does he like to eat? Where does he like to sleep? Filled with adorable illustrations and exciting touch and feel textures for babies to explore.

When spring comes, Bear wakes up very hungry and is treated to great food by his friends.

Julia has many friends in the forest by her house, but she dreams of meeting a bear--one she can play with and hug. Julia tries to attract one with delicious food. To her surprise, it's not just good smells that attract bears--books do, too! Full color.x 11 5/16.

The bear explores a wide range of seasonal activities, introducing toddlers and preschoolers to various types of weather--rain, wind, ice, and snow. Illustrations.