Old Bear cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 2.1
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 201
Points per Word 0.002488
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

Old Bear by Kevin Henkes is a picture book about a bear who hibernates for the winter. While sleeping, Old Bear dreams he is a cub again and experiences the beauty of each season in his forest home. The story follows him through the changing seasons as he remembers the joy of being young. The book features simple text and illustrations depicting the natural world.

Quick Summary

Old Bear wraps readers in a dreamy adventure where winter becomes a magical playground through the eyes of a sleeping cub, featuring Kevin Henkes's signature soft, stunning artwork that feels like a warm hug. Kids will fall in love with reliving the joy of each season, from splashing in summer puddles to building snow bears, all seen through a bear's happy memory. If your child loves the gentle wonder of The Snowy Day, they'll adore this cozy seasonal trip down memory lane. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who enjoy heartwarming stories about nature, seasons, and the comfort of returning home.