When a bear finds a piano in the forest, he becomes entranced by the beautiful music it can make. As he grows, the world begins to hear of the bear's musical talents, and he ends up moving to the city to pursue fame. When the bear becomes lonely, though, he realizes that he needs to return to his friends in the forest.
AGE RANGE INFANT/TODDLER
Picture Book - ages 2+
THEMES
Music
Piano
Bears
Fame
The importance of good friends
OVERALL RATING 9/10
Stunning illustrations, heart-warming story, good message
Stunning illustrations combined with a heart-warming story give this book my highest praise. The Bear and the Piano teaches the importance of good friends and family over fortune and fame, but doesn't feel preachy at all. The cover, which caught my eye, is just a taste of the incredible illustrations, which continue throughout the whole book!