Cat and Bear

by Carol Greene

After being a little girl's favorite friend, Cantankerous Cat is none too pleased when the cheerful Bear arrives, and Bear suffers a few mysterious mishaps before Cat has a change of heart

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1998

About the author

Has degrees in English Literature and musicology. She has worked in international exchange programs, as an editor, and as a teacher of writing. Lives in Webster Groves, Missouri.

Reviews

[Candice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Friendship and jealousy are the themes in this story of a child's birthday gift that is totally unacceptable to the cat. When Bear arrives, Cat feels nothing but contempt for this unnecessary being. The child already has a friend - Cat. Cat does his best to do away with Bear - he pushes him into the bath water and out the window. But Cat has a conscience and Child has enough love in her heart for both Cat and Bear. A bit wordy for the very young, but for slightly older children, this beautifully and colorfully illustrated story is a sweet lesson in love.

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book reminded me of Toy Story. The cat is Woody and the bear is Buzz. All either want to do is make the little girl happy. This book shows that jealousy is not good. It can be harmful to people you really care about and yourself.

[Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book! It's so sweet and funny. It has a great message for kids about learning to get along and sharing. The pictures are adorable :D

[Beverly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love, love, love Anne Mortimer's illustrations, especially of kitty cats!!!

[Lindsey Lubker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very sweet book. It's a book about a bear that came in a big red box. Cat wasn't so sure about bear but the both found out what friendship was.