Maurice Sendak's Little Bear
The Butterfly Garden (Maurice Sendak's Little Bear)
by Else Holmelund Minarik
Illustrated by Chris Hahner
Little Bear
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
Little Bear is thrilled to discover ten tiny caterpillars playing in the garden, but when they seem to vanish, a gentle surprise awaits him. This charming tale invites young readers to explore curiosity and the magic of nature through Little Bear’s eyes. Perfect for early readers who love animals and sweet adventures.
Representation & Themes
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Details
- ISBN
- 0694016985
- Pages
- 24
- Publisher
- HarperFestival
- Published
- March 2, 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 729