{"id":46329,"date":"2026-11-12T09:32:34","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T15:32:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theprairiesbookreview.com\/?p=46329"},"modified":"2026-11-12T09:32:34","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T15:32:34","slug":"the-bear-that-loved-pink-by-susan-marie-chapman-author-maria-vyasene-illustrator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theprairiesbookreview.com\/?p=46329","title":{"rendered":"The Bear That Loved Pink by Susan Marie Chapman (Author), Maria Vyasene (Illustrator)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A charming, fun-filled, and pink-tastic adventure!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chapman\u2019s latest picture book finds humour and heart in a young bear\u2019s unwavering devotion to her favourite colour. Little Bear has a passion for pink, and her sunny Florida surroundings happily accommodate it. Pink flowers, birds, food, and fashionable accessories fill her days with delight. When a trip to her favourite clothing shop reveals a shortage of pink dresses, however, she encounters a problem that disrupts her carefully coordinated world. An attentive saleslady offers a solution Little Bear hadn&#8217;t considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chapman uses this everyday predicament to explore the relationship between preference and possibility. Little Bear&#8217;s stubbornness is portrayed with affection, making her both amusing and recognisable. The saleslady&#8217;s tactful approach brings warmth to the story, while the protagonist&#8217;s reactions keep the lesson grounded in character rather than instruction. Illustrator Maria Vyasene fills the pages with lively expressions, appealing details, and a palette that reflects the story&#8217;s progression. The colourful artwork creates an inviting atmosphere for shared reading. The narrative&#8217;s cheerful spirit and accessible message encourage children to approach unfamiliar experiences with greater confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An engaging choice for families, early childhood classrooms, and children&#8217;s library collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">***<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bear-That-Loved-Pink-ebook\/dp\/B0HL5H4TW2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy now<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Gourmet Dog LLC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Pub date September 12, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Print length 42 pages<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Reading age 3-7 years<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">ISBN 978-1966895008<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Price $24.99 Hardcover, $14.99 Paperback, $3.99 Kindle edition<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A charming, fun-filled, and pink-tastic adventure! 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