With the arrival of winter, all the animals in the forest prepare for the cold. Bear is also getting ready to begin his long rest, but there's a problem: for some reason, he can't fall asleep.
Thus begins this endearing story starring a restless bear and his friends: Mole, Squirrel, and Marmot. Each offers him their own sleeping ritual—exercises, infusions, hot baths—but nothing seems to work. How does a bear fall asleep? What happens when sleep takes its time to arrive?
Friend Bear Can't Sleep is a short and tender story ideal for sharing before bedtime. Through a simple structure and relatable dialogues, it invites conversation with little ones about rest, patience, companionship, and the value of every small daily gesture.
With sensitive text and a rhythm that lends itself to reading aloud, this book adds a new gem to the catalog.