The story of an adorable bear's first day of preschool, Alyssa Satin Capucilli's Not This Bear, featuring illustrations by Lorna Hussey. It's Bear's first day of school, and he's a bit reluctant to go. Mama says all bears love school; Bear isn't so sure. But school turns out to be full of fun―painting pictures, listening to stories, and making new friends. Maybe this bear will like school after all.

It's Bear's birthday, and he's determined to prepare for his party all by himself. Who can get dressed, pick apples, and make peanut butter and honey sandwiches without (much) help from Mama and Papa? This bear can! Then Bear finds out there are some things that can't be done. But with friends and family by his side, a bear can still save the day!