by Robert Kinerk (Author), Jim LaMarche (Illustrator)
A bear's journey through the wintry woods leads to new friends and a magical discovery in this glimmering picture book that captures the joy and spirit of Christmas.
In the dark of winter, deep in the woods, a lone bear is awakened from his winter sleep by a soft and mysterious sound. Under the stars, the bear finds his way step by step through the snowy forest, making friends along his route. Then the bear finds a place in the woods that glows magically with something he and his friends could never have imagined--their first Christmas.Author Biography
Robert Kinerk is the author of Clorinda, illustrated by Steven Kellogg, which was an IRA Children's Book Award Notable Book and about which Booklist said in a starred review, "Much applause for Clorinda." Mr. Kinerk grew up in Alaska and has worked as a journalist and playwright. He now lives with his wife, Anne, in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Jim LaMarche is one of the most talented artists working in children's books today. His many successful books include The Rainbabies by Laura Kraus Melmed; Albert by Donna Jo Napoli, which was selected as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book; and Up and The Raft, which he also wrote. Most recently he illustrated The Carpenter's Gift by David Rubel and Puma Dreams by Tony Johnston. Jim lives in Santa Cruz, California.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.5 x 12.26 x 9.31 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 02, 2007
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Bear's First Christmas
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.4
Point Value: 0.5