FICTION

Where Is Bear?

Where Is Bear? illus. by Jonathan Bentley. 32p. Doubleday. Jun. 2017. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780399555930.
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PreS—Where is Bear? He cannot be found anywhere. Could he be in a drawer, on a shelf, in a closet? A little boy searches high and low all day and into the night for Bear but does not see him. Readers, however, can see him—or so they think! Little ones, who will be able to see clues of Bear on every page, will get a kick out of calling out Bear's whereabouts to the young boy. He is a huge, friendly-looking brown bear who is not so good at hiding. But there is a twist that will surprise all well-meaning little sleuths! With large, colorful illustrations and simple text, this title is perfect for a read-aloud to a preschool audience. Reminiscent of a Mo Willems story, the narrative encourages children to speak out and talk back. The clues are funny, and listeners will not believe that the main character isn't catching on. The soft blue and green backgrounds are soothing and highlight the coziness of the boy's home environment.
VERDICT With such inviting pictures, there just had to be a happy ending. Giggle-inducing clues make this book an interactive reading delight.

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