Reviews

The Other Bears by Michael Thompson

beyondevak's review against another edition

5.0

I adored this book. I appreciated how each type of bear/bear family was introduced and differences were noted. I loved how a distinguishable difference in attitude and acceptance existed from the older bears and the younger bears. It made me think about people and how we may or may not be accepting of the differences that exist between us. But the little ones got it right all along. They saw what was really important, and that is what made this book so special.

I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to give a positive review. The words I have expressed are my own.

doyoudogear's review

5.0

I love, love, loved this book! It was a wonderful story that conveyed a really important message (yes, I know the synopsis says basically the same thing, but it's true). The adults always found something negative to say about the other families, while the children only saw kindness and the potential for friendship. They were open to meeting new people and making friends, while their parents acted annoyed and affronted.

However, in the end... seeing all of the children playing together -- without judgement -- caused them to reevaluate their perspectives. Yay!

Originally posted at Do You Dog-ear? on September 8, 2018.