You're All My Favourites

What do our readers think of You're All My Favourites? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the story comforting and enjoy its sweet bear family, gentle message and soft illustrations. Some children find the story a little slow or become bored before the end.

What does the Pageticker team say about You're All My Favourites?

This is a gentle, reassuring story for children who have ever wondered whether there is enough love to go round. Sam McBratney’s warm text and Anita Jeram’s soft, expressive illustrations make the three cubs’ worries feel real without making the story too heavy, although the very tidy reassurance may invite a little grown-up discussion about what makes each child special. It is particularly well suited to bedtime sharing, sibling squabbles, and families welcoming a new baby.

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What is You're All My Favourites about?

Every night, Mummy and Daddy Bear tell their three cubs they're the most wonderful baby bears in the whole wide world. But the little bears begin to wonder: how can they all be the best? Each cub worries about their differences — one has no patches, another is the only girl, and the youngest is the smallest. Mummy and Daddy Bear lovingly reassure them that their unique qualities make them all equally special and cherished.

About the author

Sam McBratney was a much-loved author from Northern Ireland, best known for writing the heart-warming book 'Guess How Much I Love You'. His gentle stories and memorable characters have been enjoyed by children all around the world. Sam loved to inspire young readers with tales about friendship, love, and the wonders of the world.

Discussion ideas around You're All My Favourites

All equally special: The three cubs are different from one another. What makes each cub special, and what makes someone special in your family?

Sharing love: Why do the cubs worry that their parents might love one of them more? What could you say to help someone who feels this way?

Being different: How do the cubs feel about their patches, size and being the only girl? Have you ever noticed something different about yourself and later decided it was something good?

The best at what?: Is it possible for everyone to be the best, or can people be wonderful in different ways? Explain what you think.

Family words: What words or actions help people in a family feel loved, safe and included?