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Will Bear Share?
Will Bear Share?
An exciting and hilarious new series all about early childhood milestones from debut US talent Hilary Leung! One ice cream cone.One bear.One timeless Will Bear Share? Meet Bear. Bear has so much to give. . . but will she share? Find out in this surprising and memorable storybook all about friendship, compromise, and of course, sharing.A fresh and funny book in a new series of animal question stories by creative talent Hilary Leung that will keep little ones laughing. . . and sharing (when it's appropriate!).
38 pages, Board Book
Published May 29, 2018
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May 16, 2018
{My thoughts} – This is a cute little book about sharing. It asks questions about what should and shouldn’t be shared. It helps to teach the reader some basics in sharing.
The illustrations are incredible. Probably because I’m biased towards Giraffes and there are two illustrated within the pages. The words and the illustrations also go together nicely.
I recommend this book for any parent with a young child. It’s a short read and the illustrations allow for the ability to ask your child questions and hopefully get responses back from them.
The illustrations are incredible. Probably because I’m biased towards Giraffes and there are two illustrated within the pages. The words and the illustrations also go together nicely.
I recommend this book for any parent with a young child. It’s a short read and the illustrations allow for the ability to ask your child questions and hopefully get responses back from them.
February 3, 2019
Bear has a lot of things. What will she share?
This is a little delight of a board book, with question-and-answer, back-and-forth, inviting children to participate in the story with their own predictions, and to talk with others about the nature of sharing.
This is a little delight of a board book, with question-and-answer, back-and-forth, inviting children to participate in the story with their own predictions, and to talk with others about the nature of sharing.
May 1, 2018
First sentence: Bear has a lot to give...but will she share?
Premise/plot: Will Bear Share? is an adorable board book about sharing. The text is simple, but the story is entertaining. You don't need a lot of words to tell a good story. You just need the right words and the right illustrations!
My thoughts: This book is not a 'preachy' book on how you should share every single thing all the time. Some things are for sharing; some things are NOT for sharing. It's good to share an umbrella with a friend. It is NOT good to share a toothbrush with a friend.
I love the way this story unfolds page by page. I found the story entertaining. I love the ending!!!
If there's one thing I didn't like about this one, however, it is that the pages are a little on the thin side and can stick together making it difficult to turn the pages. If you're not paying attention to the text--to the story--you can skip over some pages.
But for the most part, I really enjoyed this one!
Text: 5 out of 5
Illustrations: 4 out of 5
Total: 9 out of 10
Premise/plot: Will Bear Share? is an adorable board book about sharing. The text is simple, but the story is entertaining. You don't need a lot of words to tell a good story. You just need the right words and the right illustrations!
My thoughts: This book is not a 'preachy' book on how you should share every single thing all the time. Some things are for sharing; some things are NOT for sharing. It's good to share an umbrella with a friend. It is NOT good to share a toothbrush with a friend.
I love the way this story unfolds page by page. I found the story entertaining. I love the ending!!!
If there's one thing I didn't like about this one, however, it is that the pages are a little on the thin side and can stick together making it difficult to turn the pages. If you're not paying attention to the text--to the story--you can skip over some pages.
But for the most part, I really enjoyed this one!
Text: 5 out of 5
Illustrations: 4 out of 5
Total: 9 out of 10
September 11, 2019
Really loved this little board book. Loved that bear was a female character without forcing her to be 'overly feminine'. Loved the bright animated illustrations (crocodile's facial expressions made me and my son chuckle, lol) and loved the simple moral that it's fun to share (except a toothbrush cuz those aren't for sharing, lol)
January 1, 2019
First off... what a way to introduce self-reflection on what is worth sharing. Bear shows us her room where there are drawing made by Bear (or possibly a child the author knows!), toys, pencils, crafting supplies including TP rolls, books and bear's joyous smile, to name a few. Then the reader dives into the thick of it, will she share? Some things she shares, one in particular is a no-no as in not meant for sharing, and there's one instance where she doesn't want to share, and you know what? That's OKAY! Readers should come away with an understanding that you do not have to share everything, that there can be times when you don't want to. Honoring this truth is shown when Bear does not share with Alligator, something happens to what she doesn't share, and Alligator comforts Bear rather than point out any faults. The story ends by asking readers what they share, which is an invitation to conversation about this important component of social-emotional learning. Absolutely worth reading with family, classroom and library readalouds, and toddler library story times.
June 8, 2018
We love sharing this book with our toddler. Adorable characters, clever page turns and a sweet surprise to top it off.
October 17, 2023
Simple story about sharing and not sharing.
May 9, 2019
Fun, enjoyable, interactive book with simple but bright illustrations. Extra star because the main character is a FEMALE bear - nearly unheard of in children's literature if not a mother bear!
August 11, 2018
It's an age-old question for youngsters and for some adults: Are they willing to share certain things with others? In Bear's case, she is fine with sharing quite a few things, including her toothbrush, which is not the best idea. But when she refuses to share her ice cream--hey! I don't blame her since it's on a cone, and nobody likes to lick where someone else's tongue has been-and the scoop plops to the ground, both she and her friend are disappointed. Fortunately for them, Ladybug has something that she's willing to share. I liked the bright colors used in this board book and how the text and images try to avoid being too didactic. Still, there's a strong message of sharing here as well as mention of times when it is and isn't appropriate. This book might be quite useful in an early childhood classroom where teachers or caregivers could discuss why someone might be willing to share his/her toys.
August 5, 2023
Finding a children's book that is pleasant to read thousands of time in a row is the dream, and Will Bear Share? meets this magic for me.
The main character uses she/her pronouns and no other character in the book has their gender defined - so if you are trying for more variation of gender within your children's book - this one is an absolute peach of a find. I babysit a girl-child, so I love reading stories to her that allow her to identify with the main character.
Great story too! There is an actual plot in it, to go with the basic vocabulary and teaching of manners. Included in the book is the fact sharing is not always appropriate (for example, don't share your toothbrush). The hidden plot is the first thing Bear shares is her berries (strawberries and cherries) and the last thing that happens is the baker with whom she shared her berries returns and shares the cake made from the fruit.
The small plot - the arc of "action" is more than I expect in a baby's board book, and just tickles me every time I read it.
The main character uses she/her pronouns and no other character in the book has their gender defined - so if you are trying for more variation of gender within your children's book - this one is an absolute peach of a find. I babysit a girl-child, so I love reading stories to her that allow her to identify with the main character.
Great story too! There is an actual plot in it, to go with the basic vocabulary and teaching of manners. Included in the book is the fact sharing is not always appropriate (for example, don't share your toothbrush). The hidden plot is the first thing Bear shares is her berries (strawberries and cherries) and the last thing that happens is the baker with whom she shared her berries returns and shares the cake made from the fruit.
The small plot - the arc of "action" is more than I expect in a baby's board book, and just tickles me every time I read it.
November 20, 2023
I enjoyed this book and I think it teaches an important lesson. I thought the illustrations were cute too. My only critiques are that the pages are rather thin for a board book and I thought the alligator character had an unfortunate role in this book (he was always told no by the bear and was sad about it).
I think when they said that the toothbrush shouldn’t be shared (which I agree with), they should’ve explained why (saying that it’s not sanitary), and they should’ve said “but Bear has an extra toothbrush that he can give to the alligator instead!” I also think that when he wouldn’t share his ice cream (presumably because you lick ice cream which makes sharing it unsanitary), that should’ve been explained to the reader and alligator, and another ice cream cone should’ve been offered to the alligator.
I think when they said that the toothbrush shouldn’t be shared (which I agree with), they should’ve explained why (saying that it’s not sanitary), and they should’ve said “but Bear has an extra toothbrush that he can give to the alligator instead!” I also think that when he wouldn’t share his ice cream (presumably because you lick ice cream which makes sharing it unsanitary), that should’ve been explained to the reader and alligator, and another ice cream cone should’ve been offered to the alligator.
May 23, 2019
These books are so cute and I just love the facial expressions on all the animals. (also the barcode on the back of the books is so cute and clever!)
March 18, 2024
I really liked this book. This book would be great to use in teaching children to share, and it wasn't super hard to sit through when reading it to kids. I really liked how simple and explicit about sharing this book was. I think that it would be really beneficial especially for students in the younger grades.
June 17, 2024
This was the cutest little kid book that I’ve read in a while!!! Get it for your young kids or as a gift!
I read it at the Dentist and it was adorable & had a great message about items to share & not share.
Spoiler: Don’t share toothbrushes & don’t share ice cream. However, do share your toys, books & cake.
I read it at the Dentist and it was adorable & had a great message about items to share & not share.
Spoiler: Don’t share toothbrushes & don’t share ice cream. However, do share your toys, books & cake.
May 16, 2019
I love how the bear is gendered female, uncommon for board book/picture books that assume most animals are male. I think this could provide good discussion between caregiver and child and has a fun question/answer format that would make reading this again and again a delight.
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November 22, 2019I love this series and can't believe I hesitated in buying all of them. They aren't loud; they just teach in a matter of fact way. I wish I could draw animals like this, too. The giraffe is especially cute.
January 28, 2020
Will Bear Share is a book that illustrates what it means to share with our friends. It follows bears with many objects and sends the message to children that it is okay to share most things, but some we need to keep to ourselves.
March 9, 2023
A great read for preschool to maybe 2nd graders. I love that it has simple questions to engage the readers so after a few reads with parents or guardians, the kids can read it along too. It’s fun to ask what might happen next and discuss why Bear may or may not share. We enjoyed it.
January 20, 2024
I love Bear’s room. I can name many things in it. Book. Cat. Apple (cherries).
Mama and Tato love that bear doesn’t share her toothbrush. Which is funny because I steal their toothbrushes all the time.
We all love the drawings. The story is cute and funny. You should read it.
Mama and Tato love that bear doesn’t share her toothbrush. Which is funny because I steal their toothbrushes all the time.
We all love the drawings. The story is cute and funny. You should read it.
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July 5, 2018
Excellent kids book about sharing. Super cute!
October 11, 2018
Cute little story about things to share and not to share. Spanish works well in bilingual edition.
March 11, 2019
Bear shares her toys with her friends. Simple pictures and simple text make this a good candidate for toddler storytime. I like how everyone looks happier after the sharing. A good message.
April 4, 2019
This was pretty funny XD
May 6, 2019
A toddler and up book about sharing where a bear decides what he will and won't share. Cute.
May 8, 2019
We read this over, and over, and over, and over......
July 30, 2019
Read with grandma and Papa via FaceTime for nighttime storytime
September 11, 2019
A simple board book about all the things we can share with some funny elements (a page about not sharing toothbrushes, and a giant cake that everyone shares at the end!)
January 23, 2023
This series is so fun and cute!
May 3, 2024
Super cute board book about sharing.
(I choose the bear. Always)
(I choose the bear. Always)
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