About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is caught in a stubborn cycle of 'he said, she said' or when a group of playmates has stopped speaking over a trivial disagreement. It is the perfect tool for helping children understand that sometimes we get so caught up in being right that we forget how much we enjoy being together. The story follows a wise bear who notices his friends have stopped talking because they cannot agree on who owns a particular tree. To fix the rift, he hosts a costume party where the bears, disguised in colorful outfits, forget their grudges and rediscover their friendship. William Pene Du Bois uses vibrant, whimsical illustrations and a gentle narrative to model how creativity and a change of perspective can resolve even the silliest conflicts. Ideal for children aged 4 to 8, this book focuses on forgiveness and the power of social gatherings to mend bonds. It provides a non-confrontational way to discuss the absurdity of long-held grudges and the relief that comes with making up.
