Bear and Bird: The Secret and Other Stories

Description: "Best friends Bear and Bird may not always understand each other, but they always want the other to be happy. So when Bird feels left out because Bear has given a cute nickname to everyone but her, she's relieved when her hasty list of names for Bear doesn't reach him (Stinky Sock Muffin, anyone?). And when the two of them learn they have zero dislikes in common--from lasagna to chess to the word armadillo--and wonder if they can still be friends, they soon realize there's one important dislike they can both agree on"--

Review Quotes: Bear and Bird are a case study for the comedy that arises from simple misunderstandings. . . . Jarvis has turned out another winner in this highly recommended early reader series.
--School Library Journal

A good step into longer-format books. Its stories also explore a useful range of emotions without expressing judgement or becoming didactic, uplifting honesty amid the relatable, humorous scenarios.
--Booklist