Horrible Bear!

Reach for this book when your child experiences a 'big' reaction to a small accident, or when they struggle to distinguish between a mistake and intentional malice. It is particularly helpful for children who tend to project their own frustration onto others after something goes wrong. The story follows a little girl who loses her temper when a bear accidentally breaks her kite, and the bear's indignant response to being called 'horrible.' Through humor and exaggerated expressions, the book explores how anger can cloud our perspective and how empathy is the bridge back to friendship. It is perfectly pitched for preschoolers and early elementary students, providing a safe, silly space to discuss manners, outbursts, and the healing power of an apology. Parents will appreciate how it models that everyone, even 'good' people and bears, can make mistakes.