Nancy White Carlstromová je autorkou více než 50 dětských knih, které čerpají inspiraci z jejích dlouholetých zkušeností z Aljašky, dobrovolnické práce v Africe a na Haiti a výchovy svých dvou synů. Její tvorba je poznamenána hlubokým zájmem o dětský svět a přáním inspirovat mladé čtenáře. Prostřednictvím svých příběhů se snaží zkoumat témata související s růstem, objevováním a rodinou, čímž zasahuje srdce dětí i dospělých.
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, this board book introduces readers to the delightful world of Jesse Bear through vibrant rhymes and enchanting illustrations. It captures the joyful moments of a little bear's day, making it a perfect read for babies and preschoolers. Full of color and charm, it invites young readers to engage with Jesse Bear's adventures in a fun and accessible format.
In this installment, Jessie Bear attends a family reunion, exploring his connections to relatives while uncovering the family's history. Through vibrant illustrations, he navigates his place within the larger family dynamic, gaining insights into both the past and present.
A father describes the coming of winter to his little girl.
Jesse Bear has his own way of saying his special message and of celebrating every month of the year. Starting off the new year with cheers, Jesse says it with horns in January, colored eggs in April, and a star-filled, flag-waving, band-playing July parade. He says it with Halloween faces in October, and a thankful family around the Thanksgiving table in November. Young children will identify with Jesse Bear's "I love you" -- said in many different ways, but always meaning the same -- and the fun he has in expressing that sentiment throughout the year. Join Jesse Bear in his exuberant celebration of all twelve months, made extra special with Bruce Degen's artwork.
A small boy enjoys all the special sights and sounds of a rainy day, from his early morning walk through puddles to get to school, to the soothing melody that the rain plays at bedtime.