A Kiss for Little Bear (An I Can Read Book) by Minarik, Else Holmelund [1984]
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by Else Holmelund Minarik, Maurice Sendak
A Kiss for Little Bear by Else Holmelund Minarik, Maurice Sendak holds a highly rated rating of 4.31 out of 5, based on 11.1K reader ratings. First published in 1968. The book spans 32 pages.
About A Kiss for Little Bear
Little Bear is so pleased with the picture he has drawn that he asks Hen to take it to his grandmother. Grandmother is so happy with it that she sends him back a thank-you kiss.How the kiss is passed from Grandmother, to Hen, to Cat, to Little Skunk, to a pretty girl skunk, and back to Little Skunk, and how eventually it comes again to Hen and finally to Little Bear will delight children just learning to read.Else Holmelund Minarik and Maurice Sendak, the creators of the first Little Bear book for beginning readers, once again blend their extraordinary talents in a tender story filled with warmth and laughter.This beloved classic is an ALA Notable Children's Book and a New York Times Best Illustrated Book.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Else Holmelund Minarik, Maurice Sendak |
| Published | 1968 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Arts & Photography |
| Average Rating | 4.31 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,063 |
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What genre is A Kiss for Little Bear?
A Kiss for Little Bear is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Arts & Photography. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is A Kiss for Little Bear worth reading?
Based on 11.1K reader ratings, A Kiss for Little Bear has an average score of 4.31 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is A Kiss for Little Bear?
A Kiss for Little Bear has 32 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote A Kiss for Little Bear?
A Kiss for Little Bear was written by Else Holmelund Minarik, Maurice Sendak. It was first published in 1968.
What is the ISBN for A Kiss for Little Bear?
The ISBN-13 for A Kiss for Little Bear is 9780064440510.0.
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