Where Is Bina Bear?

GODWIN BOOKS, HENRY HOLT BOOKS
FOR YOUNG READERS, MACMILLAN

TINY IS HAVING A PARTY, but Bina Bear is nowhere to be found. Is that Bina hiding under a lampshade? It looks like Bina... but it must be a lamp. Is that Bina beneath the fruit bowl? It could be… but it's probably just a table.

Searching for Bina, Tiny realizes something is wrong and sets out to make it right. This is a humorous yet sincere picture book about friendship, understanding, and embracing our loved ones just as they are.

Reviews

  • "As always, Curato... handles the theme of acceptance with empathy and a gently comic touch... It’s a tender tribute to both lone wolves (er, bears) and the beings who love them."

    Publishers Weekly
    starred review

  • "A gloriously simple and funny story of empathy"

    School Library Journal
    starred review

  • "Inclusion and representation are always present in Curato’s thoughtful picture books, and this story is a sweet, sincere, and playful approach to discussing shyness..."

    Booklist

  • "Anyone who has ever eschewed the cacophony of raucous social events for a darkened bedroom will instantly relate to the bear’s emotional honesty... Imbued with understanding and overt silliness; a quietly chucklesome affirmation of introverts."

    Kirkus

  • "This warm and comforting look at friendship offers meaningful insight into the value of support and acceptance."

    The Horn Book

  • "A refreshing change from the usual “the more, the merrier” message often seen in picture books, and... a useful reminder to respect the boundaries of both shy people and shy bears."

    The Bulletin