Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Chapman, Jane: Bear (and his friends)

When Cute Gremlin #2 was 4 or 5 years old, she got this book (and a stuffed bear to match) for Christmas from my awesome aunt:
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We were all instantly enchanted by the illustrations of Bear and his friends by talented artist Jane Chapman.  Along with Karma Wilson, Chapman has illustrated 7 "Bear" books, with an 8th to be released this fall.  Here are all of the "Bear" books.  (I was going to pick a favorite and I just couldn't!)
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Gorgeous art from "Bear Wants More"
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Pages from "Bear's Loose Tooth"
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Coming Fall 2012
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Chapman has also illustrated these books:
Dora's Eggs by Julie Sykes
Dora's Chicks by Julie Sykes
Big Bear, Little Bear by David Bedford
I Love My Mama by Peter Kavanagh
One Tiny Turtle by Nicola Davies
One Duck Stuck by Phyllis Root
The Dark, Dark Night by M. Christina Butler
The Emperor's Egg by Martin Jenkins
The Very Noisy Night by Diana Hendry (Also a Ray Family favorite!!!)

Check out her beautiful illustrations in all of these and many, many more at your local bookstore or library!
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7 comments:

  1. StephanieApril 3, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    I LOVE the illustrations in Chapman's Bear books! They're such cute, cheerful books.

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  2. SueHApril 3, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    I've not come across these books but I'm already in love with the pictures!

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  3. AnonymousApril 3, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    Yes, this is a cute series. Though, I'm pretty stuck on Beatrix at present. I am starting my new job as a children's programs coordinator at the county library later this month and will be getting up close and personal with LOTS of kid's books again. Used to work with my husband where he managed an independent bookstore. I was story lady. Still am - freelance - and hooray - library here I come!
    Joy!
    Kathy

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  4. Pearson ReportApril 3, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    Bear is adorable - thanks for sharing him in your "B" post.

    Jenny @ Pearson Report
    Co-Host of the Blogging from A to Z Challenge.

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  5. Jeremy BatesApril 4, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    I have never read any of them before, but I can tell you that Bear Christmas would be my favorite.

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  6. Vicki BosterApril 4, 2012 at 1:32 AM

    Jenny-
    I love children's books- especially ones with beautiful illustrations. One day - I hope to write a children's book. These are lovely and Ive never heard of them - so thank you so much for sharing your knowledge about them.

    Love,
    Vicki

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  7. AnonymousApril 4, 2012 at 6:11 PM

    Gorgeous art! Those look like fun adventures.

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