The Bear and the Piano, by David Litchfield | Read-aloud storytime | kids book

Read-aloud storytime with children's librarian. A fun read-aloud story called The Bear and the Piano Bean from author and illustrator David Litchfield. Mrs. Laura Demers reads The Bear and the Piano picture book for her elementary library students, but it can be enjoyed by all! Thank you for joining us!
The Bear and the Piano reminds readers that it's cool to be kind!
Children's librarian reads a BEAUTIFULLY illustrated David Litchfield picture book for storytime.
The Bear and the Piano, written and illustrated by David Litchfield.
From Goodreads:
"Litchfield has created a terrific picture book that tells a full story arc that children and adults will appreciate. The book speaks to the transforming nature of music, the longing for something greater and more, and then the longing to return to one’s origins and roots. It is also about talent and setting someone free to pursue their dreams. The entire book has a tugging nature to it, a bear caught between two worlds and the desire for exploration and the continued tie to home. It is beautifully done."
"One day, a young bear stumbles upon something he has never seen before in the forest. As time passes, he teaches himself how to play the strange instrument, and eventually the beautiful sounds are heard by a father and son who are picnicking in the woods. The bear goes with them on an incredible journey to New York, where his piano playing makes him a huge star. He has fame, fortune and all the music in the world, but he misses the friends and family he has left behind. A moving tale of exploration and belonging from an exciting debut author-illustrator."