The Bear and the Moon is a picture book that follows what happens when the gift of a balloon floats into Bear's life.The two companions embark on a journey--a magical tale that encompasses the joys of friendship and discovery.This is a gentle book filled with humor, while tackling complex topics like the transcendence of loss and forgiveness. - Filled with emotive text and radiant illustrations - Simply told and profoundly felt - Award winning author-illustrator team The Bear and the Moon is a compassionate tale that honors the small but profound world of the very young.This sweet book teaches social and emotional skills to kids, and offers a clever way to soothe some of our most difficult feelings: loss and guilt. - Just as ideal for gently soothing young readers to sleep as it is for encouraging a contemplative break from an energetic day - Great for parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a beautiful friendship or bedtime story - Resonates year-round as a go-to gift for birthdays, holidays, and more - Perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old - Add it to the shelf with books like Waiting by Kevin Henkes, Emily's Balloon by Komako Sakai, and Stellaluna by Janell Cannon.