Bear and Bird Series 5 Book Collection Set by Jarvis (The Picnic, The Stars, The Adventure, The Stick, The Cave)

Bear and Bird Series 5 Book Collection Set by Jarvis brings together five instalments featuring the much-loved duo. This collection is presented as a five-book set from the Bear and Bird chapter book series.

Included titles

• The Picnic and Other Stories
• The Stars and Other Stories
• The Adventure and Other Stories
• The Stick and Other Stories
• The Cave and Other Stories

Key details

• Five-book collection from the Bear and Bird series
• Written by Jarvis
• Chapter book format
• Stories centre on Bear and Bird’s friendship
• Designed for reading aloud or for children beginning to read independently

Synopses

The Picnic and Other Stories

Bear and Bird are best friends, even when they misread each other’s intentions. A forgotten picnic packing list becomes a small test of tact, with Bird choosing kindness over correction. Elsewhere, a difference in talent prompts Bear to find a thoughtful way to lift Bird’s spirits.

The Stars and Other Stories

Warmth and comic misunderstanding run through these episodes of friendship. Bird’s special surprise cake disappears faster than planned, yet her response is laughter rather than upset. When Bird ends up lost after an encounter with a rock with legs, Bear sets out to help in his own unexpected way.

The Adventure and Other Stories

When Bird feels unwell, Bear turns up prepared, carrying a backpack of comforting treats. Time spent with Mole and his jokes adds a new dynamic, and Bird comes to see that she does not need to compete for Bear’s attention. The result is a set of gentle, funny moments shaped by affection.

The Stick and Other Stories

A shared desire to collect the same stick threatens to become a disagreement, but both friends are determined not to let it spoil their bond. On Swapsy Day, Bird accidentally trades away Bear’s bouncy ball and becomes set on putting things right. Even her lucky hat is on the table if it helps her get it back.

The Cave and Other Stories

A date circled in red on the calendar sparks confusion, with each friend convinced they have forgotten the other’s birthday and rushing to plan a surprise party. Later, a lost ball during Boing Boing leads Bear towards the Creepy Cave. To retrieve it, he must gather his courage and go inside.

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