Glad, Glad Bear! (Bear's Feelings)

by Kimberly Gee (Author) Kimberly Gee (Illustrator)

Glad, Glad Bear! (Bear's Feelings)
Reading Level: K − 1st Grade
Series: Bear's Feelings

Bear is very, very, very GLAD today! He's taking his first ballet class. But he's a little nervous too. This sweet and silly picture book is an honest exploration of feelings that little ones--and grown-ups!--are sure to relate to.

Bear is so excited that today is dance day! He has his new leggings, slippers, and tutu, and he is ready to go. But when he gets there, he feels a little shy, a little unsure, and even a little afraid. What can make him feel better? Dancing, of course! This charming companion to Mad, Mad Bear is a celebration of how stepping out and doing the things we love makes us feel happy...even if we are a little apprehensive at first!

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Kirkus

Starred Review
A positive, contemporary view of individuality and nonjudgmental acceptance.

Publishers Weekly

Gee's Mad, Mad Bear turns glad when it's time for dance class in this simple but emotion-filled follow-up. Clad in new leggings, new ballet slippers, and a pink tutu that generates a crinkly-eyed, page-filling grin, Bear happily prepares for dance class. His elation is palpable as he gracefully leaps out the door, but jitters set in at the studio. In gentle scenes, Gee sensitively captures Bear feeling first "a little shy" in his tutu and leggings--a mix of the other kids' outfits. Luckily, music brings a turning point, eliciting "twirly" feelings that Bear expresses through dance, making him "glad" once more. Rendered in black Prismacolor and digital candy colors, Gee's thoughtful illustrations sympathetically depict Bear's shifting emotions in a way that's realistic and relatable. Ages up to 8. (Feb.)

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School Library Journal

Toddler-PreS-The adorable little cub introduced in Gee's Mad, Mad Bear is having a much better day! He has new leggings, slippers, and a tutu, and is off to dance school. Once he arrives at class, Bear feels a little less sure of himself. This new experience leaves him feeling shy, a little afraid, and different from his classmates. However, when the music starts, he begins to feel light, bubbly, and twirly, and becomes glad once more. Using the simplest language and full-bleed friendly illustrations in muted pastels, this winning story is perfect for sharing one-on-one or with a group. VERDICT Gee explores a multitude of feelings that come with any new and exciting experience. A bonus feature is that it subtly subverts gender norms.--Jessica Marie, Salem Public Library, OR

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Kimberly Gee
Kimberly Gee grew up in Lakewood, New Jersey, and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from California State University, Long Beach. Prior to delving into her life-long dream of writing and illustrating children's books, Kimberly parlayed her creative talents into a successful career in architectural design, illustration, and greeting card design and production. Kimberly currently resides in Claremont, California. She has two young children, Finn and Claire, who are her inspiration (and her models). Visit her at KimberlyGee.com.
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9781534452695
Lexile Measure
280
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
Publication date
February 18, 2020
Series
Bear's Feelings
BISAC categories
JUV031020 - Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts | Dance
JUV039050 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Emotions & Feelings
JUV002030 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Bears
JUV039090 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | New Experience
JUV039140 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
Library of Congress categories
Bears
Picture books
Happiness
Ballet dancing

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