A whimsical retelling of a Grimm Brothers classic!When Mama and Papa
Bear go to look after Grandmother, they leave Jonas and Juniper in
charge of the household. The bear twins take their instructions a little
too literally, leading to a cascade of domestic mishaps, including the
theft of their family fortune. Determined to recover it before their
parents return home, the endearing siblings unleash pandemonium when the
stumble on the robbers' hideout. In this tribute to the Brothers Grimm,
Robert D. San Souci recasts the characters from their story "Clever
Elsie" but retains the original's celebrations of the absurd and
endearing folly. Daniel San Souci's watercolor-and-pencil illustrations
capture Jonas and Juniper's good intentions and flawed logic with humor
and appreciation. This family-centered story teaches readers about
sharing and responsibility.