A stirring, thoughtful story about the pressure to perform and the
support of a true friend.
When Bear sits down at the piano, he makes beautiful music, and the
other animals can't get enough. "More, more, Pianobear!" they shout. But
sometimes Bear just wants to relax. Even when he tries to escape to a
quiet tree branch, the voices follow him: "More! More! More!" Finally
Bear snaps. No one seems to understand why he's so upset--except Zebra.
Zebra loves Bear's music, but she doesn't ask him to start playing
again. Instead, she brings over a book...
This moving story is the perfect companion for social-emotional lessons
about choosing solitude, respecting boundaries, and building
interpersonal awareness. Illustrated in striking shades of black, white,
and red, Bear Is Never Alone encourages young readers to notice
others' needs and care for them with kindness.