Ginger Foglesong Gibson

A be-sneakered bear named Joe tiptoes over the river and through the woods, gathering animal friends as he goes. Together they sneak quietly back to his den where a sweet surprise awaits. Animal movement sounds good for imitating, and repetitive text good for call and response. Big, bold watercolors that exude personality and movement.

Babies can bounce along with the characters, practice opposites (fast and slow, quiet and loud), and mimic the interesting animal sounds. Older readers will delight in the bear's big surprise and the suspense leading up to it.

Song pairings: "The wheels on the bus," "The bear went over the mountain"… (altro)