Reviews

Books Aren't for Bears by Mark Barry

waterviolite's review

inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

saloniporwal's review against another edition

5.0

Perfect book to instill a reading habit in your kids. If your child is already a nature person with an attraction towards animals, they will surely find a home with the beautiful animals of this book.

Apart from this, the author brings out the importance of libraries in our society and how wonderful they can be in providing quality books and reading spaces. I believe this is a story about identity, and shows children how to stand up for their wishes and go beyond societal norms.

books_withbri's review against another edition

4.0

This was a such a cute read!

Bear has discovered his love for reading and goes on a journey to find more books!

The introduction of libraries is wonderful to young readers and the fun, bright colours throughout are eye catching! I thouroughly enjoyed this children’s book.

katewrites's review against another edition

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Loveable characters? Yes

4.75

powellki's review against another edition

emotional hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

mehsi's review against another edition

4.0

I received this book from Netgalley/the publisher in exchange of an honest review.

This was a lot of fun! Review to come end of July/close to the release day.

jaderscorner's review against another edition

5.0

ARC REVIEW NETGALLEY *** I read children’s books to my Service Dog

Since my pup loves bookstore, books, blogging & photo bombing, he adored this book so much.
It was such a cute and well illustrated story. We highly recommend it to all who love books.

katpeterson06's review against another edition

5.0

What an adorable story about a bear who falls in love with reading. I think we can all relate in many ways to the character. Recently, I had been on the search for a long time for a book that does justice to libraries without making it out to be a joke. And while I wish it perhaps showcased more of the resources of the library, this book was very nice in its depiction that libraries are meant for everyone.

over_bookedblonde's review against another edition

4.0

Book : Books Aren’t For Bears
Author : Mark Barry
Release Date : 01 Aug 2023

Thank you Net Galley, Capstone and the author of this book for an opportunity to review this ARC.

This book cover is so adorable. It caught my 3yo son and I’s eye when we were looking for new fun reads for bedtime. My son LOVES books and love bears and this was so fitting. The illustrations are so cute and so colorful and fun and he giggled through the whole story as we went on this fun book hunt adventure with the bear.

The ending was so wonderful that he cheered when they all got to enjoy the new library books. We were also very concerned about the bike but happy the bear gave it a new home. I cannot wait to share this book with him again and also see what is next for this wonderful author. We had a wonderful time sharing this together.

jenna_andthebooks's review against another edition

4.0

This book is so cute! My boys are 5 & 7 and they both liked this book. The cover grabbed their attention, the illustrations helped tell the story, and we were excited to see what would happen to our new friend after he found a book. I love the conclusion to this story and the sweet message that comes with it. Thank you for letting us take this journey with bear as my children discover their own love of reading.

Thank you to NetGalley and Capstone for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.