{"product_id":"look-a-bear-hardcover","title":"Look! a Bear! - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eElisa Kleven\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom acclaimed children's author and illustrator Elisa Kleven comes a brand-new picture book about friendship and imaginative play, as a curious rabbit learns that connection can be found in the most unexpected places.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eThe whimsical, textured illustrations, with their nods to Beatrix Potter, complement this sweet story that encourages bridging perceived divides via friendship.\" \u003ci\u003e-- Foreword Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e When Remy, a young rabbit, sees a bear cub one morning, he wants to play with her. But Mama and Papa say rabbits don't play with bears. Curious and open-hearted, Remy begins to wonder whether that is really true. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In \u003ci\u003eLook! A Bear!\u003c\/i\u003e, Remy the rabbit and Bella the bear explore a richly textured natural world, discovering the joy of unexpected friendship. With lush full-color illustrations and a warm-hearted story that inspires curiosity and urges readers at any age to look beyond assumptions, this picture book is perfect for shared reading, classroom conversations, and cozy storytime. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Here's what makes \u003ci\u003eLook! A Bear!\u003c\/i\u003e special: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- A Warm Friendship Story: \u003c\/b\u003e A gentle tale about making friends, questioning assumptions, and staying open to connection. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Beloved Author-Illustrator: \u003c\/b\u003eElisa Kleven is the acclaimed creator of more than thirty children's books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Paper Princess\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSun Bread\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Beautiful Visual Storytelling: \u003c\/b\u003eExpressive illustrations filled with color, texture, and movement invite close looking and repeat readings. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Supports Social-Emotional Learning: \u003c\/b\u003eEncourages empathy, curiosity, kindness, and friendship across differences. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ci\u003eLook! A Bear!\u003c\/i\u003e is a beautifully illustrated picture book about friendship, imagination, and seeing others with an open heart--perfect for young readers ages 4-8.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eElisa Kleven\u003c\/b\u003e writes and illustrates picture books because she's never outgrown her childhood passion for art and storymaking. Having spent much of her childhood creating magical, miniature worlds, Elisa now creates similar worlds inside of her picture books. She is the acclaimed author and\/or illustrator of over thirty children's books, including\u003ci\u003e Sun Bread\u003c\/i\u003e, a \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Best Illustrated Book, \u003ci\u003eThe Paper Princess\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eAbuela\u003c\/i\u003e, by Arthur Dorros. Her books have been included in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and the \u003ci\u003eReading Rainbow \u003c\/i\u003eseries. Elisa's stories have also been performed as plays and ballets by professional theater and dance companies. To learn more about Elisa and her work, please visit her website: www.elisakleven.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 10.2 x 8.6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 29, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57187152724273,"sku":"9781685555054","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/9532\/7537\/files\/TQkUyiCMq9781685555054.webp?v=1793271125","url":"https:\/\/mitchellofficial.com\/products\/look-a-bear-hardcover","provider":"MITCHELL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}