The Bear and the Piano: A Musical Bear's Journey of Friendship
BookEarly ChildhoodElementaryMusician

The Bear and the Piano: A Musical Bear's Journey of Friendship

David Litchfield

Why we picked it

Luminous art follows a forest bear who discovers a piano, practices in secret, and bravely shares his music with the world despite fear and uncertainty.

Our review

Litchfield’s luminous art shows a forest bear discovering a piano, practicing in secret, and bravely sharing his music with the world. Themes of perseverance, stage fright, and staying true to your roots resonate with young dreamers. A gentle nudge that talent plus hard work can take you far—​but friendship matters most. Great for discussing practice habits and confidence.

About this book

From the product listing

One day, a bear cub finds something strange and wonderful in the forest. When he touches the keys, they make a horrible noise. Yet he is drawn back again and again. Eventually, he learns to play beautiful sounds, delighting his woodland friends.           
     Then the bear is invited to share his sounds with new friends in the city. He longs to explore the world beyond his home, and to play bigger and better than before. But he knows that if he leaves, the other bears will be very sad . . .      
     This gorgeously illustrated tale of following one’s dreams reminds us of the value of friendship, wherever we go.


Resource details

Resource type
Book
Age ranges
Early Childhood, Elementary
Careers
Musician
Good for kids who are
Artistic, Enterprising
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Author
David Litchfield