"Bear's confident, lovable approach to life will serve little ones well." —Kirkus Reviews

"Simple, warm, and well cadenced." —Booklist

"This title is a celebration of growing independence. The watercolor artwork is soft and comforting like a warm hug. The cheerful, loving parents and the adorable Bear make reading this book a real pleasure. VERDICT Sweet as a piece of birthday cake, this is a terrific addition to the picture booksection of any library." —School Library Journal

Praise for Not This Bear:

“Fans of Capucilli's Biscuit series will find the same sweetness in this read-aloud offering. Hussey's watercolors portray the fuzzy little bears with endearing expressiveness and cozy charm.... The purposeful story is a just-right blend of repetition and gentle humor to comfort reluctant new preschoolers.” —School Library Journal

“Capucilli and Hussey create a comforting atmosphere for Bear to acclimate to, and his approach to his first day may be an asset for readers who also need time to warm up to new experiences.” —Publishers Weekly

“When given the space and time he needs to acclimate, a young bear learns to love all the new things about school.... A reassuring book to share with just about any set-in-his-ways child.” —Kirkus Reviews