Let’s go home, Little Bear

Written by Martin Waddell; illustrated by Barbara Firth

1991 Candlewick Press 

Returning from a walk in the snowy woods, Little Bear begins to hear noises. Big Bear, as the protective caregiver for Little Bear, is reassuring, understanding and empathetic. Eventually Little Bear finds safety in being carried home Written and illustrated by Big Bear. Waddell presents the parent-child bond in the characters of Big Bear and Little Bear. Beautiful watercolor illustrations decorate every page and preserve the emotions of Little Bear throughout the book. This wonderful bedtime story promotes the concept of safety within the arms of a parent.