Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend: A Picture Book

Bob Shea

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Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend: A Picture Book

Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend: A Picture Book

Bob Shea

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Description

Fall in love with a turtle wearing a bear suit--determined to prove that he's a "for-real" bear--in this laugh-out-loud silly friendship story from the award-winning Bob Shea, author-illustrator of the popular Dinosaur VS. series and Unicorn Thinks He's Pretty Great

When a turtle in a bear suit claims he is a "for-real" bear, he must prove himself to another turtle who just so happens to be a for-real bear expert. Hilarity ensues as Bearsuit Turtle proves he can climb trees, hibernate, and do other for-real bear stuff . . . like riding bikes, eating ice cream, and smashing pumpkins.

But when Bear-Expert Turtle reveals a secret, Bearsuit Turtle has to admit a truth of his own. Whether or not these two turtles are for-real bears or experts, they just might become for-real friends.

With a fabulously endearing, offbeat, and memorable new character; playful, true-to-life child dynamics; and a goofy, kid-perfect sense of humor, Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend is sure to charm readers everywhere. Includes a page of "for-real bear facts" at the end.

About the Author

Bob Shea has written and/or illustrated over 20 picture books including the popular Dinosaur Vs. series, Unicorn Thinks He's Pretty Great, and the Ballet Cat early readers series. His most recent picture book, Chez Bob, received three starred reviews, with Booklist calling it "terrifically funny and surprisingly sweet." Bob's characters and animations have appeared on Nick Jr., Playhouse Disney, and PBS Kids.

Critical Reviews

***STARRED REVIEW***
"While Shea's humor is very much on a child's wavelength, adults reading the book aloud will also enjoy the two characters' conversations. Fresh, expressive, and wildly colorful...A somewhat wacky and completely enjoyable picture book."--Booklist

"The text is ideal for reading aloud and laughing along with, while the visual gag builds into a sweet relationship. An amiable romp, funny to look at and fun to read."--Kirkus Review

***STARRED REVIEW***
"[R]aw, comedic immediacy...an impish delight that's certain to tickle readers"--Publisher Weekly

Publishing Information

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Pub date: 2025-03-25
Length: 40 pages

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