17 Fun Bear Books for Preschoolers

This beloved book follows a rhythmic pattern as various colorful animals are introduced one by one, each asking the next what they see. The brown bear, the first character, observes different animals as they move through their environment.

A humorous tale about a bear's journey from the forest to the city. As the bear explores, he stumbles upon a truck filled with delicious smells, leading him to discover a tempting sandwich.

The bear's escapades unfold after he eats the sandwich, oblivious to the consequences.

A curious brown bear named Parker visits an icy island inhabited by polar bears who enjoy their peaceful, snow covered home.

Parker's arrival sparks a series of events that challenge the island's status quo. The polar bears and Parker learn to embrace their differences and celebrate what makes each of them unique.

The story follows Bear and his friends as they eagerly anticipate the arrival of spring. As they wait for warmer weather, Bear becomes increasingly impatient, longing for the joys of springtime activities like fishing, playing, and picnicking with his pals.

Despite his impatience, Bear learns the valuable lesson of patience and the beauty of savoring the present moment. 

This classic follows a brave family as they go on an adventure through various obstacles in search of a bear!

After several challenges they come face to face with a bear in a cave, and they quickly retreat, racing back home through the obstacles they had just gone through.

Bear, a solitary creature who enjoys his quiet and orderly life, has his peaceful routine interrupted when a persistent mouse arrives uninvited at his doorstep, claiming to be a guest for tea.

Mouse's persistence and enthusiasm gradually warms Bear's heart, leading to unexpected friendship and companionship.

This story is a charming Arctic twist on the classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. In this wintry adventure, Aloo-ki, a curious Inuit girl, discovers an igloo while on a snowy walk.

Inside, she finds a warm place to rest and a delicious bowl of soup, but she also encounters three snow bears: Papa, Mama, and Baby Bear!

A solitary bear decides to take a journey down the river and encounters various animals who join him on his adventure. As they travel downstream, the group faces twists and turns, navigating through rapids and waterfalls together.

Through their shared experiences, the diverse group of animals learns the value of friendship, cooperation, and enjoying the journey. 

Moose, Lion, Zebra, and Sheep seek shelter from the rain in a cozy cave. However, the cave is already occupied by a very cranky bear who just wants to be left alone.

As each animal tries to make the cave more comfortable they annoy the bear, making him even crankier. But when a thoughtful sheep arrives with a simple idea, the friends work together to cheer up the bear and find a solution that benefits everyone.

This book is based on the true events of how a Canadian soldier named Harry Colebourn rescued a bear cub during World War I and named her Winnie, after his hometown of Winnipeg. Harry and Winnie journey together through the challenges of war.

When Harry is called to serve overseas, he entrusts Winnie to the care of the London Zoo, where she becomes a beloved attraction and captures the hearts of visitors, including a young boy named Christopher Robin Milne. Christopher Robin names his own teddy bear Winnie, who eventually becomes the inspiration for the beloved character in A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh stories.

Bruce is a grumpy bear who loves to cook eggs. One day his plans take a turn when he accidentally becomes the mother to a group of goslings.

Despite his initial reluctance, Bruce finds himself responsible for caring for the goslings. As Bruce tries to teach them how to be geese, he discovers the joys and challenges of parenthood.

This classic story tells of Goldilocks' curious exploration of a bear family's home. She samples their porridge, chairs, and beds, finding what suits her best. Caught napping in Baby Bear's bed, she learns the importance of respect and boundaries.

This book follows a group of forest animals who work together to help Big Bear fall asleep for the winter. Despite their efforts, Big Bear's snoring keeps them awake until they find the perfect solution.

Paddington follows the adventures of a polite and curious bear from Peru who finds himself in London. The Brown family discovers him at the train station, and Paddington's humorous and heartwarming adventures begin as he navigates life in the big city.

Join a bear cub and its family as they get ready to hibernate for the winter. Engaging text features like the vocabulary tree and wrap-up activity introduce children to vocabulary in related groups helping them to make connections with words.

Bear hibernates through a lively gathering of forest animals in his cozy den. As they share food and merriment, Bear remains asleep until a sneeze awakens him to join the festivities.

Discover the Arctic's rulers, polar bears, from their stunning white fur to caring for cubs. Learn about these majestic giants.

Explore their habitat, global warming threats, and more in this reader filled with stunning images and fascinating facts.