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This is the Bear and the Scary Night

By Sarah Hayes

A forgotten teddy bear takes a not-so-boring nighttime journey—and who will find him by morning?

heartwarming adventurous rhythmic

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.75

From 4 readers

Genres

Adventure Feelings/Wellbeing Poetry/Verse

What is This is the Bear and the Scary Night about?

When a boy forgets his beloved teddy bear on a park bench, the bear embarks on a thrilling nighttime adventure. An owl swoops down, carrying the bear into the night sky before dropping him into a pond. After floating all night, the bear is rescued by a kind man with a trombone, who warms him up. The next day, the boy and his bear are joyfully reunited.

About the author

Sarah Hayes is a talented British author best known for her much-loved picture book 'This Is the Bear'. She enjoys writing fun and imaginative stories for children, often filled with adventure and humour. Sarah’s books are perfect for young readers who enjoy tales about friendship, problem-solving, and the joys of everyday life.

Pages

26 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

1991

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