I was an avid reader as a boy growing up in central-Ohio and this was one of my favorite books. I would rank it right up there with Treasure Island. I believe the copy I had belonged to my great grandfater and it was old and falling apart when I read it the first of many many times. I don't know what happened to that old book; I suspect it was trashed at some point when I was out traipsing through the woods and I can't count the times since that I have wished that I had that book to read. Due at least in part to the reading of that book I am fascinated by caverns, the outdoors, and the early frontier days when Ohio and Indiana were the wild west.

This book was one of my favorite books as a young boy growing up in Indiana. A great adventure story taking place during pioneer days in southern Indiana.

Under A Bear Moon is a delightful tale of young love. The heroine is smart and brave, the hero is a beastly gentleman. I loved it and was glued to my computer screen for hours. I miss them now that I've finished.

Under a Bear Moon is a wonderful paranormal tale. On first glance you might expect a wearbear story to be all gruesome and blood and guts, but nothing could be further from the truth with this book. Carrie Masek has put together a sweet love story between two teenagers, one of whom has a bit of a problem with being out after dark. The story is well-crafted, showing the blossoming love between Greg and Lynda as well as the difficulties of falling in love with someone who is ...well, different. I recommend it highly for anyone who enjoys romance, and especially as a gift to a teenage girl.

I work in a library and see books of all kinds nearly everyday. Somehow I came across this wonderful little book and fell in love with it. The pictures are adorable and the story line is touching. It made me nostalgic for my younger days, and for my favorite stuffed animal. Whether you're a child or an adult, you will fall in love with Used-Up Bear.

I don't have kids, and normally my literary tastes run more toward Delillo, Pynchon, Ondaatje and Helprin, but I picked up this book for my new-to-the-world cousin and I have to say, I just loved it. The pictures are so incredibly cute and touching, the story is moving and sometimes sad but with a very happy ending -- let me tell you used-up bear, we've all been there! If you have a kid, or know a kid, or once were a kid yourself, you have to have a look at this adorable book.

On October 14th, Mrs Bear set her alarm clock and she and Mr Bear snuggled in for their long winter's nap. Now as the alarm goes off on February 14th, Mrs Bear gets up and begins preparations for a very special day. This will be the first time that the Bears have celebrated Valentine's Day and have not been hibernating. She makes a Valentine's banner and hangs it on the cave wall, get's out the two cards she made for Mr Bear last summer, goes outside and digs up the honey and crispy critters (Mr Bear's favorites) and washes up for the big day. When everything is ready, Mrs Bear wakes her husband. It takes him a long time to awaken, but when he does, Mr Bear has a big surprise for his wife too, chocolate covered ants (her favorite). Then they spend the day together, reading the banner and cards and eating their special treats and as night falls, curl up and go back to sleep until spring. Eve Bunting has written a very simple and gentle story, full of warmth, that's perfect for kids 3-7. Jan Brett's detailed and expressive illustrations add just the right touch and together they show your little ones what loving and caring is all about. The Valentine Bears is the perfect way to tell everyone you love, Happy Valentine's Day.

Next Valentines Day, give your sweetie this book and a baggie of chocolate covered ants (or Raisinets if you can't find them) and a big sloppy bear kiss. Great for grownups as well as kids.

I took out this book from the library and have to return it now (okay, so it is overdue). I have to purchase it, as I am so sad to let it go. It is our toddler's absolute favorite book. He asks to read it again and again (and again) and smiles throughout. I swear this is what finally gave him the confidence to let go and walk unassisted. After crawling at 7m, standing and "cruising" at 8m, up & down stairs at 9m, on & off furniture at 11m... finally, with the help of baby bear, "walking down the hallway" at 16+ months. I simply took out the book, as I'm a sucker for bears... encouraging our toddler to walk was just an amazing bonus. Within a day or two of watching baby bear... he let go... "what a clever bear".

I own all of John Prater's "Baby Bear" books, and this one is my (and my three year old son's) favorite! The text is wonderful, and has a sing-song quality to it. The illustrations are simple and beautiful and a delight to view. My son has enjoyed these books since infancy, and when his new sibling is added to the family this winter, we will have another child enthralled by John Prater's work.

My children adore this book. They love to read this book turning the pages and seeing the other children popping up through-out the book. When the bear is finally found on the last page, my children scream and jump up and down with mommy and daddy. This book will be a treasure in our family and will be shared with the grandchildren. Thank you to the author.

Our baby loooooved this book from early on. At around 8 months, she started opening the box to find Alice's bear on the last page. A very creative book! We want more interactive books like this!!

Wow what a wonderful bunch of characters.. The designs are great a nice variety of sizes easy to follow directions.. The patterns are ready to copy and begin sewing no running to the copy place to have patterns enlarged..Thanks Neysa for a great book.....

The bears designed by the author as stated in the book's title are indeed very whimsical and could be summed up in one word UNIQUE! Neysa shares secrets of bear-making from herself and other artists. These alone prove very helpful. However, the listing that shows suppliers for EVERYTHING you could possibly need concerning bear-making is an incredible "tool" and timesaver. It is SO frustrating when you're in the middle of putting a bear together, realize you're out of a certain size, etc. and now with this new listing, you can IMMEDIATELY find your supplier to place a quick re-order in moments. So much of the hard work to find suppliers has been done for you.

Neysa's patterns "turn into" bears with LOTS of personality! The instructions are easy-to-follow. You'll also enjoy getting to know the artist through "meeting" her creations/designs. Bear-making can be very rewarding. Making one of Neysa's creations will definitely bring a smile to your face! Enjoy!

this book is great for young reader...holds up super...

This is a great book for young kids!!! My daughter is absolutely captivated by the rhyme of each page only to be followed by her mesmerizing stare at the pull out tabs of each animal. This book uses a four line rhyme to ask children which animal they are describing and then you pull the tab to reveal...WHO LIVES HERE?. Monkeys have bananas, giraffes eat from trees, alligators have sharp pointy teeth, elephants have long noses, and the king of the jungle, the lion, roars! This book is a must have for any parent who loves to see their children enjoy a book!!!

Fantastic how both illustrator and author can put so much heart and detail into a childrens book. Great story; not one of those nonsensical ones that flood the market today. A delight for both parent and child. So much to see and discover on every page. And during the next read one spots yet another little detail.

It's difficult to take a strangers recommendation, but this book is great (as is Winnie The Witch).

This story was so good it inspired us to write our own Winnie adventures. The story was fun and made you feel warm and cosy at the end. The illustrations were fantastic - a cartoon witch that was not too scary! Every time we read it we saw something new.

If you can never remember the words to the classic carol, this is a great book. It is wonderfully illustrated depicting two bears in the woods. Everyday they dance and move thru the 12 days of Christmas until they eventually marry. The pictures have all the classic characters in the song, ex. lords-a-leaping, swans-a-swimming etc. It will leave you singing all day, "And a partridge in a pear tree!" Great for reading aloud and getting into the holiday season.

Frances Tyrrell has created a beautiful Christmas book using the Twelve Days of Christmas song as her inspiration. The captions of the bear couple are endearing as they proceed through the courtship ritual and eventually marry. These are exquisite illustrations - delicately drawn and painted - and the whole captures the joy and celebration of the season - here, appropriately set in the North Woods. I love this book for its details (I'm constantly seeing new things in the pictures), its spirit and warmth. Highly, highly recommended.