By: Bill Martin
Thirty-five years after their first groundbreaking collaboration, the creators of "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" and "Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?" reunite to address the important topic of animal conservation. A Bald Eagle soars, a Spider Monkey swings, a Macaroni Penguin struts, and a Red Wolf sneaks through Bill Martin Jr's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's vibrant images, and all are watched over by our best hope for the future - a dreaming child.
Title: "Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?" by Bill Martin Jr.
Key Themes:
Plot Summary: The book follows a pattern similar to "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle. The story begins with a panda bear asking "What do you see?" This question is repeated throughout the book as the panda encounters different animals and asks them the same question. Each animal in turn answers by describing what they see, leading to the introduction of another animal. This pattern continues until the final animal is introduced, and then a child lists the animals featured throughout the story, ending with "all wild and free, that’s what I see".
Critical Reception:
Overall, "Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?" is a charming and educational book that not only entertains but also educates children about the importance of animal conservation and environmental awareness.