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Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the big feelings that come from having to wait or when a peer seems to be succeeding while they are not. It is a perfect choice for toddlers and preschoolers who find it difficult to stay patient during slow-moving activities or who get frustrated when they don't get immediate results. In this story, Bear and Hare go on a fishing trip where Bear is focused and patient while Hare gets increasingly bored and annoyed by the lack of fish. Through Emily Gravett's expressive illustrations and minimal text, the book models the tension of waiting and the eventual joy of a shared success. It is a gentle, humorous way to talk about emotional regulation and the value of persistence in a way that feels like a treat rather than a lecture.
