Cover of Friend for Little Bear, A

Friend for Little Bear, A

by Harry Horse

Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A lonely toy bear finds himself stranded on a small island, where he discovers many treasures washed ashore. Among them, a wooden horse becomes his dearest companion, teaching him about friendship and the joy of having someone to share with. Together, they show that even in solitude, friendship can bring warmth and happiness.

Representation & Themes

FriendshipEmotions & FeelingsSocial ValuesPicturebook

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0763603422
Pages
32
Publisher
Candlewick Press (MA)
Published
November 3, 1997
Type
Fiction
Word Count
443

Genres

Friendship

Subjects

Social Situations - Emotions & FeelingsSocial Situations - ValuesNon-ClassifiableChildren's 4-8 - PicturebooksChildren: Grades 1-2Children's fictionToys, fictionFriendship, fictionPicture books