I Am Bear    by Ben Bailey Smith & Sav Akyuz Order:  USA  Can Candlewick, 2016 (2016) Hardcover, e-Book      Reviewed by Bob Walch Poor Bear is rather bare when it comes to a fine fur coat so he has decided to wear a striking purple body suit that zips up in the back. In his new outfit bear is quite adventuresome. He not only goes looking for fresh honey but he also climbs trees searching for the local squirrel's hoard and heads to the river to stock up on fish. Bear also occasionally borrows fresh donuts from the local police but that doesn't set too well, nor does decorating fellow bears with new color schemes. At the top of Bear's list of to do things, though, is having fun with all his friends. Young readers will relish this story book following this mischievous bear's misadventures. The rap-style rhymed text is fun to read aloud too, so enjoy hanging out with Bear! Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Kids books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews