by David Ezra Stein (Author), David Ezra Stein (Illustrator)
It's a young bear's first autumn, and the falling leaves surprise him. He tries to put them back on the trees, but it doesn't work. Eventually, he gets sleepy and burrows into the fallen leaves for a long nap. When he wakes up, it's spring, and there are suddenly brand-new leaves all around, welcoming him.
Graceful illustrations and a childlike main character offer the perfect way to talk with children about the wonder of the changing seasons.
Author Biography
David Ezra Stein is also the author and illustrator of Cowboy Ned and Andy. He lives in Kew Gardens, New York.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.38 x 9.8 x 8.52 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: August 16, 2007
Award: Cybils (2007)
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens (2008)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Leaves
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 2.2
Point Value: 0.5