A gorgeously lyrical folktale about the importance of protecting our environment by Greenaway-shortlisted Poonam Mistry.
Bear lives in the bountiful forest, filled with breathtaking flowers and plants, and trees that tower up to the sun. One night, the trees and plants disappear and when the animals wake up, they begin to flee the forest in grief.
But when Bear finds a lonely seed, he works tirelessly to help it grow, seeking words of advice from the few animals that pass by. He shades it from the harsh wind and cold snowy season, but nature's power is unavoidable and soon it is time for him to hibernate. Bear hopes that by the time he wakes up, his determination will help the forest renew.
Created by Greenaway-shortlisted and Carnegie-longlisted illustrator Poonam Mistry, nominated in 2024 for her other Templar book, The Midnight PantherThemes of conservation and protecting the environment, and a strong message that small actions that you can take will make a big difference.The steps Bear takes in the book reflect the real stages needed for plants to grow in real life, offering gentle learning and advice for young readers to follow. 
