Books with title Bear Makes a New Friend

Exuberant Jo March never sits still. Whether she's racing against boys or scribbling and acting in her latest play, Jo is always active and creative. So when Aunt March asks her to befriend Pauline Wheeler, Jo can't believe that the girl spends every day cooped up in her bedroom. True, Pauline is blind and utterly dependent on her governess, but her fear of life exhausts Jo's patience. The two girls simply have nothing in common--until they're caught in a snow squall that changes their lives.

Mimi is used to being the best mountain climber, the best treasure hunter, and the best trapeze artist in the park―that is, until a new kid turns up. What's worse is that he is better than her at all of these things. But when a need for a friend arises, Mimi learns that she is a really good one. Mimi and Bear Make a Friend brings a sweet, charming story to little ones learning what it means to be a friend.

Beth March would do just about anything to help someone in need. She's kind-hearted, loyal, and caring. So when she catches Sean O'Neill stealing apples from Aunt March's garden, Beth listens to the hungry boy's sad story. She's moved to hear that Sean's widowed mother and younger siblings are immigrants from poverty-stricken Ireland. But times are hard in Massachusetts too. Sean's mother has been ill and out of work, and with sisters and brothers to care for, Sean has had to scrape up food for them any way he can. Promising to help, Beth gives him whatever food and old clothes her family can spare. It's not enough. Beth's big plan: stealing from wealthy Aunt March. But Sean's own thieving forces Beth to question what being a true friend really means--and together they discover generosity in someone who seems the most cold-hearted.

Join Jess the Goth Fairy on a second adventure.Jess likes nothing more than to help others, even though she is disabled herself. So when she finds a Big One, Maxie, hiding because he is feeling very sad and lonely, she helps him understand that he is not alone, that he can be strong, and she shows him how to join his friends and family again.Jess Hiles, the inspiration for the book, has achieved so much in her life, but it has not always been easy as she is disabled. Jess hopes this book will help everyone (able and disabled) realise that it is okay to be different as we are all the same inside.A donation from sales of this book will be made to MacIntyre (macintyrecharity.org)

Betti the Yeti Makes a New Friend, is the second book in a series about Betti the Yeti. This second book describes Betti's walk down Yeti mountain to her favorite fishing hole. When she arrives there is a human boy fishing. Oh no! Betti doesn't want to scare the little boy and is wondering what she should do, when all of a sudden the little boy is staring at Betti and saying hello. Oh my, Betti is surprised, but the boy is not afraid. His name is Henry and he and Betti spend the rest of the afternoon laughing and talking!

Maya Makes A Friend spreads the message of acceptance, awareness, and kindness for all children. Written in kid-friendly language with digital illustrations, this book tells the story of a little girl named Maya who goes to the park with her mom. When Maya notices another child with a wheelchair, she has questions for her mom. Maya’s mom encourages Maya to talk to the other child and they quickly become friends. This is a great book to teach about differences. Talking PointsThe last page of the book offers talking points to open a line of communication with children to discuss disabilities. Use these talking points to start a conversation about acceptance, kindness, and respect. No two people are the same. Some differences you can see and others are not noticeable. A disability is only one characteristic of a person. Everyone has likes and dislikes, strengths and challenges. Children can be born disabled or become disabled from an accident or illness. You can't "catch" a disability from someone else, and you shouldn’t be scared of someone with a disability. Just because someone has a physical disability like a part or parts of the body that does not work well, it does not mean they necessarily have a thinking disability.Children with disabilities can do many of the things every other child does, but it might take them a little longer. They may need assistance or special equipment to help them.Great for Classrooms:Whether you are a principal, classroom teacher, guidance counselor, social worker, or librarian, this picture book will enrich the learning experience and answer any questions from curious children by teaching differences and acceptance. Meet the Authors:Heather and Kate are both moms, teachers, and authors. The idea for Someone Special Books Series came about when Heather's daughter, Maya, was heading off to preschool. Maya was born with a rare metabolic condition called Propionic Acidemia and Heather wanted to make sure her peers and teachers understood how to keep Maya safe, happy, and healthy in school. Heather created a picture book to share with the class that explained her condition. The book was so helpful, the Someone Special Books Series was created to help spread the message of acceptance, awareness, and kindness for all children.

The book is based on a true story about a cute fox terrier dog called Puppy and her best friend, Molly the cat. The story is told in rhymes and is suitable for young children, as well as older children and adults who will enjoy an uplifting story about friendship and love overcoming loneliness and loss. The book has a heartwarming, happy ending. The pictures are paintings of Molly and Puppy.

Take a journey with Bertie the Banana as he makes a new friend. Bertie the Banana will show the skills of building a new friendship, sharing and bilingual friendships in this delightful story. Children will learn in a relaxed manner as these lessons that are woven into a story with characters that they will love and cherish for years to come. The delightful illustrations bring this charming story to life for all the little ones in your home

A fun children's story about making a new friend!Joey went on an adventure with his mom to enjoy a picnic, but what he did not expect was to make a new friend. In this book, your child will enjoy gentle rhymes and colorful illustrations of Joey’s adventures. This book is suitable for all ages and will be easy for children to remember. Aside from being warm and lovely, this story is instructive. Joey will help your child gain confidence and will teach them how to be sociable.

Amy March wants to be a great artist. She's got the talent; now all she needs is a way to afford art lessons. Her solution: befriend her rich and snobby classmate, Jenny Snow, who'll then invite Amy to sit in on her private art instructions. But Jenny can't be bothered with Amy's friendly overtures--until Diana Hughes, a new and extremely wealthy girl, chooses Amy as her friend. Now, Amy thinks Jenny will like her too. But the price of art lessons may be higher than Amy ever imagined....