From acclaimed children’s author and illustrator Elisa Kleven comes a brand-new picture book about friendship and imaginative play, as a curious rabbit learns that connection can be found in the most unexpected places.

When Remy, a young rabbit, sees a bear cub one morning, he wants to play with her. But Mama and Papa say rabbits don’t play with bears. Curious and open-hearted, Remy begins to wonder whether that is really true.

In Look! A Bear!, Remy the rabbit and Bella the bear explore a richly textured natural world, discovering the joy of unexpected friendship. With lush full-color illustrations and a warm story about curiosity, kindness, and looking beyond assumptions, this picture book is perfect for shared reading, classroom conversations, and cozy storytime.

Here’s what makes Look! A Bear! special:

• A Warm Friendship Story: A gentle tale about making friends, questioning assumptions, and staying open to connection.

• Beloved Author-Illustrator: Elisa Kleven is the acclaimed creator of more than thirty children’s books, including The Paper Princess and Sun Bread.

• Beautiful Visual Storytelling: Expressive illustrations filled with color, texture, and movement invite close looking and repeat readings.

• Supports Social-Emotional Learning: Encourages empathy, curiosity, kindness, and friendship across differences.

Look! A Bear! is a beautifully illustrated picture book about friendship, imagination, and seeing others with an open heart—perfect for young readers ages 4–8.