Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
3.0
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
816
Points per Word
0.000613
Page Count
28
Points per Page
0.017857
Description
A very grand stuffed bear with white fur, a little red hat, and a music box in its chest is dismayed to lose his finery, until he learns it is better to be loved than admired.
Quick Summary
This charming story stars a posh stuffed bear with a music box inside him who dramatically mourns his lost fancy clothes until he discovers something even better. Children will laugh at the bear's haughty personality and feel their hearts warm as he learns that being loved matters more than being admired. If your kid loves "Corduroy" or other tender tales about stuffed animals finding real friendship, they'll absolutely adore this book. Perfect for ages 5-7 in kindergarten through second grade.