Bears Don't Read!

An exquisite new picture book from renowned illustrator, Emma Chichester Clark, creator of Blue Kangaroo. A magical story of friendship to power the imagination and encourage children (and bears!) towards a lifelong love of reading. "That's just silly!" said his sister. "Bears don't read!" George isn't happy doing the usual bear things like chatting and fishing. But what else is there? Then one day, he finds a book beneath a tree and knows... More than anything he wants to learn to read! But, arriving in town, George soon discovers that it's not easy to be a bear at school! If only he could find someone to teach him the alphabet and change his life forever... Perhaps a little girl called Clementine can help? A feel-good story of determination and friendship — sure to encourage a lifelong love of books. • An exquisite new picture book from renowned illustrator, Emma Chichester Clark • Perfect winter cover to attract parents and gifters! • Marketing and PR plans involve promoting through social media campaigns, and collaborating with key partners to plan events encouraging parents and children to come along with their favourite teddy bears • Emma Chichester Clark is one of the best-loved children's book illustrators in the UK, best known for her outstanding Blue Kangaroo series. • 'I Love You, Blue Kangaroo' was short listed for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal. • Encouraging and reassuring for children learning to read, and also perfect for bookworms of all ages!