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Father Bear Comes Home

By Else Holmelund Minarik

Adjectives

heartwarming imaginative gentle engaging

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Little Bear eagerly awaits his father's return from a long fishing trip. He shares his excitement with friends, imagining that Father Bear might bring back a mermaid. Instead, Father Bear returns with seashells, and together, they listen to the ocean's sounds within them. Along the way, Little Bear experiences adventures like fishing, curing hiccups, and searching for mermaids, all while cherishing the joy of family reunions.

About the author

Else Holmelund Minarik was a much-loved author from Denmark who moved to America when she was a child. She is best known for writing the charming 'Little Bear' stories, which are about the gentle adventures of Little Bear and his friends. Her books have delighted children all over the world with their warmth and kindness.

Pages

62 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

Published

1992

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