Bear Outside

A tender, powerful story about the bear we carry inside. From award winning author Jane Yolen (Owl Moon, How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?) and celebrated illustrator Jen Corace comes a stunning new picture book that speaks directly to the heart of every child and every adult who remembers what it feels like to be small in a big world. Bear Outside tells the story of a young girl who wears a bear outside herself a protective, brave, and wild companion that helps her face the world. But what happens when the bear needs to rest? When the girl must learn to be brave on her own? This lyrical, deeply emotional tale explores:
Courage and self-reliance Learning that strength comes from within. Emotional regulation. A gentle metaphor for processing fear, anxiety and uncertainty. Self-acceptance Embracing every part of who you are, even the vulnerable parts.The power of imagination. How children use creative play to cope and grow.