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GRIN AND BEAR IT

Grin and Bear It cover
Author Information
Author's Last Name: 
Landry
Author's First Name: 
Leo
Illustrator's First Name: 
Landry
Illustrator's Last Name: 
Leo
Publisher: 
Charlesbridge
Publication Date: 
2011
2013 Nomination (not yet selected): 

Bear wants to be a stand-up comic--but he has terrible stage fright. This hilarious easy chapter book shows how Bear finds an unexpected way to overcome his fears and realize his dream. The profuse cartoons in pencil and watercolor capture both the humor and the emotions. Kids will relish the corny jokes. Seven to Ten. Annette Klause

Seven short chapters, lots of spot illustrations, and a hefty helping of jokes and puns combine to make this tale of a bear with stage fright and a bird in search of some good material perfect for newly independent readers.

Comments

Meeting Notes September

by ladamson - 09/29/2011 - 11:04am
Meeting Notes September 23
 
Positive Comments:
  • This story is hilarious, satisfying, and original.
  • The humor is at the right level as it reveals the concept of “behind the scenes” jobs.
  • This story will show a shy, introverted child that one can be important in ways other than standing on stage.

Observations:

  • Having the jokes all on one page would be good for readers who want to remember the jokes and tell them. 
Concerns:
  • None.