Books Like Can Bears Ski?
Families who loved Can Bears Ski? by Raymond Antrobus often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Can Bears Ski? by Raymond Antrobus often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book if you have noticed your child seems to be off in their own world, frequently asks people to repeat themselves, or is struggling with the frustration of being misunderstood. This gentle story follows a young bear who hears the world a bit differently, often mistaking the question Are you listening? for the phrase Can bears ski? It is a poignant exploration of the invisible barriers created by early hearing loss and the transition into using hearing aids. Appropriate for ages 3 to 7, this book moves beyond a simple medical explanation to focus on the emotional experience of a child navigating a muffled world. Parents will appreciate how it validates the confusion and fatigue a child feels when trying to keep up with conversations, while offering a hopeful path toward reconnection with family and friends. It is an ideal choice for normalizing medical appointments and celebrating the joy of finally hearing clearly.
