Bears Don't Wear Shoes

Suzy puts up a "Friend Wanted" advert because she is too busy to play with her family. Bear shows up, but he refuses to wear shoes. Can they still be best friends?

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 08 October 2020
Publisher: New Frontier Publishing

Suzy's family has recently relocated, leaving her feeling lonely and longing for playmates. Determined to find a friend, she posts a "Friend Wanted" advertisement. To her delight, Bear responds, appearing to be the perfect match. However, there's one small problem: Bear refuses to wear shoes.

At first, Suzy is confused and frustrated by Bear's peculiar behavior. She loves shoes and finds it hard to understand why her new friend would choose to go barefoot. But as she spends more time with Bear, she begins to see the beauty in his unconventional approach to life.

Bear explains to Suzy that shoes are unnecessary and constricting. He believes that walking barefoot allows him to feel the ground and connect with nature in a way that shoes cannot. Suzy, initially skeptical, begins to see the logic in Bear's argument and even starts to appreciate the freedom and joy that comes with going barefoot.

Despite their differences, Suzy and Bear manage to forge a strong friendship. They engage in countless adventures together, exploring the world around them and enjoying each other's company. Suzy learns to appreciate Bear's unique perspective and finds joy in the simple things in life.

However, their friendship is not without its challenges. There are times when Suzy feels embarrassed or ashamed of her love for shoes in front of Bear. She tries to hide her shoes or convince Bear to wear them, but he remains steadfast in his refusal.

One day, Suzy and Bear encounter a group of children who are fascinated by Bear's bare feet. They ask him why he doesn't wear shoes and he tells them about his belief in barefoot walking. The children are intrigued and ask Bear to show them how it feels.

Bear reluctantly agrees and takes the children on a barefoot walk through the park. As they walk, the children giggle and laugh, enjoying the sensation of the grass and dirt between their toes. Suzy watches with envy and admiration, realizing that Bear's unconventional lifestyle has brought him joy and a sense of belonging.

Through their friendship, Suzy and Bear teach each other valuable lessons. Suzy learns to embrace her uniqueness and to appreciate the beauty in different perspectives. Bear teaches her to be open-minded and to appreciate the simple things in life.

In the end, Suzy and Bear's friendship proves to be stronger than any differences they may have. They continue to explore the world together, barefoot and happy. Suzy's love for shoes remains a part of her life, but she no longer feels ashamed of it. Instead, she cherishes the memories of her friendship with Bear and the lessons he has taught her.

In conclusion, Suzy and Bear's friendship is a testament to the power of acceptance and understanding. Despite their differences, they manage to forge a strong bond that brings joy and fulfillment to both of them. Their story reminds us that it is possible to be friends with people who are different from us and to find beauty in the unexpected.

Weight: 408g
Dimension: 260 x 260 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912858576