Elbert, the Curious Clock Tower Bear
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- $7.99
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- $7.99
Publisher Description
An inquisitive bear discovers the wonders of the world around him in this utterly charming picture book that celebrates curiosity, asking questions, and being true to yourself.
Unlike the other mechanical bears in the village clock tower, Elbert can't help but notice all the marvelous things around him--snow falling in winter, fireworks in the night sky, the magnificent stag standing in the cobbled street below. But when Elbert's growing curiosity threatens to disrupt the orderly life of the clock tower, the other bears decide Elbert must go. What's a small bear with a big curiosity to do? Explore, of course! And maybe even find a way to spread his inquisitive spirit. Here's the perfect book for readers young and old who believe that staying curious is more important than following the rules.
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An easily distracted mechanical bear tries to rid himself of curiosity in this meandering story by Prahin (Brimsby's Hats). Each hour, Elbert and four other mechanical bears parade atop a clock tower for all to see, but Elbert's interest in the outside world makes it difficult for him to focus on his duties. When his inquisitiveness causes a pileup, he is cast out of the tower and given 24 hours to get the curiosity out of his system. But despite his best efforts, Elbert can't stop questioning: Can a stream wash his curiosity off? Can a real bear knock it out of him? Can the wind carry it away? Elbert despairs that he'll always be full of questions. As the hour of his return looms, however, he finds a way to awaken the other bears' curiosity rather than banish his own. Characterized by deep purple and blue shadows, Prahin's pencil and digitally colored illustrations create a world fit for exploration. Elbert's wide-eyed approach to the world highlights how much there is to be gained by staying open to new experiences. Ages 4 8.
