Author: Adelaide Holl
Illustrator: J.P. Miller
Publisher: L.W.Singer/RH, 1968
Age: 3-6
Themes: polar bears, North Pole, curiosity
Opening: Pierre was a polar bear. He lived in the Far North, at the very top of the world, where everything is frosted over with ice and snow.
Summary: Story of a curious polar bear enticed by bird’s chatter about the South: the sunshine, the trees and the flowers, and his adventures far from home.
Why I like this book: A sweet and innocent adventure story beautifully illustrated in bright bold colors that still feel fresh and timely.
Resources/Activities: Read about the illustrator HERE: have a look at some of his art HERE; read some of his other books, or Disney films he worked on like Dumbo, Pinocchio or Fantasia.
For more Perfect Picture Book picks with teacher/parent resources, check out the list on Susanna Hill’s blog HERE.
Wow – 1968 but still looks fresh and contemporary to me! Of course that is near my “vintage” LOL
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It is such a high to find timeless PBs that somehow got pushed to the back of the shelf.
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Mine too!
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Amazing that it was published in 1968. Thanks for featuring this timely, fun story!
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Another great share today. Love that it is still timely. Great illustrations!
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A goodie and an oldie. Oh to write a book like that. 😉
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Oh, yes!
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What a cool choice for a sweltering day!
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Think cool!
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Loving it, Julie!
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