OMG. So books about childhood stuffed animals, growing old with them, and then giving the animals new life when the child has become an adult and has a child of their own.....I'm seeing this in books a lot more AND I AM HERE FOR IT.

My goodness, this is adorable. Dan Santat's illustrations perfectly encapsulate Bear's adventures and everything they are (a shoulder to cry on, their make believe friend, etc.). The look on Bear's face when he sees his new young friend was my favorite.

And yes, as a new mom who will share her toys with Audrey......I shed a few tears. ( )