Big Bear and Little Bear Go Fishing

“So rhythmic. So lulling. . . What permeates . . . is the deep love of true companionship; the sensitive navigation of disappointment, loss and fear; and the brilliant rhythms of a picture book giant at the top of her game.”—The New York Times
 
“A master class in parenting.”—Wall Street Journal
 
“One of the finest books I’ve seen in years.”—Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal
 
★ “This externally quiet story, in which emotions ebb and flow along with a series of small events, should make a big impression.”—Shelf Awareness, Starred Review

★  ”This tale has all the hallmarks of a family classic.”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

★  ”Throughout an expedition in which nothing goes quite according to plan, satisfaction lies in the quality of seemingly limitless time the two bears share, a perception underscored by images that convey meditative calm. Together, the creators craft a world that never moves any faster than its characters want it to.”—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

“The soft watercolor paintings have a Wind in the Willows nostalgia to them, and though nothing much seems to happen, it’s actually a very big day. There are small lessons to be learned about companionship, appreciating each moment shared, and making the best of an experience regardless of the outcome.”—School Library Journal

“Plenty of cozy fun, and echoes of Winnie-the-Pooh’s exploits ripple through the gentle, low-stakes adventure.”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

“It’s hard to imagine a nicer day than this.”—The Horn Book

“From the understated text to the spare but pleasant illustrations, created with expressive lines and watercolor washes, everything about this quiet, satisfying picture book fits together beautifully.”—Booklist