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Bear is different.

He doesn’t quite get the other bears and they often don’t understand him.

And he’s obsessed with space.

When he builds a rocket, the other bears laugh at him, but when he flies into space, it’s quiet. No one laughs at him or calls him names, but soon he’s lonely, until something extraordinary happens.

A story about being different and finding friends who love you just the way you are.

'Bear in Space' is a beautiful new book by Deborah Abela all about a little bear who likes to play alone and has big dreams of space. A lovely story for readers 3-5 years old. ⁠
Mary Martin Bookshop

'I just love it!...we're going to see this one shortlisted.' Megan Daley, Children's Books Daily.

'BEAUTIFUL illustrations and a LOVELY story about imagination and friendship.' KidsBooksWeLove

'...a charming story for early readers,' Barbara Braxton, The Bottom Shelf

'Celebrating differences, acceptance, self-belief and friendship this is a must-have for your collection.' Sue Warren, librarian

This book will generate discussion about what makes people different. It’s also about showing tolerance and initiating friendship.

Highly recommended for ages 3-plus. Heather Gallagher