Joyner renders Bear in a broad cartoon style that may bring to mind Yogi Bear with a stronger moral character. Indeed, Bear is a great role model, proving—without preaching—that industriousness, grit, and ingenuity offer manifold rewards.
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Joyner’s ink drawings with digital color are appealing in their humorous depictions of the industrious, jovial protagonist bear…
—Kirkus Reviews
A great read-aloud for maker or friendship storytimes. As each item in the den leads to another, kids will enjoy guessing what’s next based on the text and illustrations. Sure to be a popular selection.
—School Library journal
Jane Godwin and Michael Wagner tell a simple, funny story about homemaking…Is there anything Bear has overlooked? Well, of course there is, and children ages 2-5 will enjoy shouting out the answer in this rustic read-aloud.”
—The Wall Street Journal