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An addition to the CRABAPPLES series which looks at the world of the koala, which is not a bear at all but a relative of the kangaroo. Illustrated with 45 colour photographs and artworks, published simultaneously in hardback. ... Read more

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Koala Is Not A Bear
Thank you for your prompt service. I received the book in a timely manner and was able to use it for my class this semester. I appreciate the great condition the book was in. ... Read more

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It takes the koala bears seven years to learn to use the circus equipment they find and to put together an act. ... Read more

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Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and possible fate of the Australian marsupials that are sometimes confused with bears. ... Read more

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Harry Rips Australia is about an adventuresome bear who travels halfway around the world to go on a surfing safari. His koala bear cousins are there to greet him at the airport and guide Harry on his wild Australian adventure. This book brings the culture of Australia through the sport of surfing to kids in a fun and positive way. ... Read more

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A useful introduction to the popular Australian icon, Koala: The Story of Australia's Native Bear offers a brief history on its first discovery and published reference by European settlers, the fur trade and resulting outcry to prevent its extinction, and the koala's place of importance in Aboriginal folklore. Scientific facts about the koala's characteristics, traits, and temperament are discussed. Barrett's affection for the animal comes through in his numerous references to its delightful qualities-whether in describing the little orphan koala Edward at the breakfast table, or in interspersing text with comparisons to the beloved teddy bear-thus cementing the koala as one of the most revered creatures known to man. This timeless reference book has become a classic for all ages, and a valuable addition to the bookshelf of any nature enthusiast or collector of arcane Australiana. This title is a republication of the second edition, originally published in 1937. ... Read more

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Compares the needs of a koala bear with those of a human child. ... Read more

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After escaping from the zoo, Freddie discovers new adventures and characters. A satirical look at America’s foibles. ... Read more

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Kory the Koala Bear: It's good to be kind introduces children to Kory, a loveable Koala Bear, who loves children.In this book he shows children how to be kind to each other and how to get along with everyone.Even though we are all from different ethnicity and backgrounds, Kory teaches that we are all the same and we must be kind to each other. ... Read more

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A young koala describes life with its mother in the eucalyptus trees of Australia. ... Read more

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Excellent series of books
We have several of these "I am a Little..." books. They are excellent for reading to toddlers and preschoolers, who generally love animals. These small-sized books are not too lengthy to lose their interest, but also not too baby-ish in the wording. You can't go wrong with these books, especially if your child enjoys animals! ... Read more

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Koala Koala is not a bear; he's a koala just a koala. However, when he meets his new teacher, who knows everything about everything, he must prove that he is not a koala bear. This proves to be a frustrating and demanding task when his classmates and even his best friend Wumbatt have doubts. Keep up with Koala Koala and Friends at: www.koalakoala.com ... Read more

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What a delight
Koala, Koala is a wonderful book. My daughter loves reading it to me and we read it together quite often. Every time we have read this delightful story we always laugh so much. Her favorite character is Koala Koala and I love Wombat. What I really appreciate about this book is while it is a fun read, it introduced new words that will expand my daughter's already extensive vocabulary. My daughter, every time after we have finished the book always says, "Ooh I cannot wait for the next story. I applaud Mr. David Earl for being such a great children's book author. I also have to say wonderful job to the illustrator Mr. T. Kyle Gentry for an extraordinary job on the visual aspects of this book.

Saundra Nicole's Review
I purchased "Koala Koala, I'm Not A Bear, I'm a Koala" for my niece, Saundra, who was 8 years old at the time.She read the book out loud, learned new vocabulary words and fell in love with the most adorable Koala!

Saundra Nicole says:"I read it to my class and they thought it was funny!My favorite character is Koala Koala because he was so funny but I also loved Wumbatt because he was still suspicious of Koala Koala being a bear!I'm so excited to read more about the adventures of Koala Koala and all of his friends!"

Excellent Read
This book is a great book that Ibought for my grandson, the main idea has some correlation with him.Koala Koala has to prove that he is not a bear not only to his teacher but to others who are questioning his identity. My grandson is 6 yrs old and loves this book, he has to read 10 minutes daily and he keeps picking the Koala Koala, Im not a bear, Im a koala book. He is dealing with the same thing, this book has definetely improved his confidence, we are just waiting for the next series as he has reads this book so much, he knows it by heart.

A Great Beginnng To A New Children"s Series
Koala Koala, I'm Not A Bear, I'm A Koala is a wonderful children's book with lots of fun characters, each with their own personalities.The story is about a Koala who struggles to prove to his new teacher that he is not a bear but a "Koala". The reader follows Koala's frustrations especially when his best friend begins to doubt him.

Each page is beautifully illustrated.The reader will come to love all the characters and look forward to each new book in this new series of children's books.

Super Cool Koala!!!!
I just wanted to say a few words about this book, I read this book to my daughter who thought it was really cool. It's been awhile since I've read the book to her and when I asked who was her favorite character she still recalls the female character in the purple dress. After checking the website [...] I informed her that the character name is Shugar, which made her giggle even more. We read the book together again and I realized that it provided an opportunity for my daughter to learn more than I had expected when she started to inquire about the different types of animals in the book. And so I began showing her the different types of animals along with fun facts about them, she was very excited about that. Any book that can do that for a child is worth getting, Congrats to Mr. Earl who did an amazing job on this book. We look forward to many more. ... Read more

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Bear Party
I am replacing a book my father got for me 55 years ago or so.The book was misplaced in transit and when I made the seller aware of the problem it was fixed in a timely fashion.The book is in new condition and Woody's books was responsive to my need.Great Job.

oldie but goodie
I grew up with this book and it made a lasting impression on me. It's the costumes I remember from childhood.

Perhaps Too Esoteric for Children - a review of `Bear Party'
I have to admit it.This book left me scratching my head wondering exactly what the other reviewers saw in it.

The Story:The koalas at the zoo have become disenchanted with one another.No one remembers why, but the end result is that they are not speaking to one another.The wisest koala decides that if they have a great costume ball that all will again become copacetic. Well, the rest of the less-wise koalas love the idea.They soon gather in their many costumes and dance their many dances.At sundown, they happily obey the suggestion of the wise old Koala to take their costumes off. (The wise old koala believes that once the costumes are off that they will behave more civilly.) So what happens?

It turns out all the anger isn't gone. Despite having such a fine party, the bears can't let go of their crankiness because they can't tell who is who.We are told by the author that "Koala bears are famous for looking very much alike...." and sothey go back to being angry.

The Hunting Bear
didn't know the Nurse Bear.

The Indian Bear didn't
know the Chinese Bear.

They started to get angry all
over again and some low growling
was heard.

The wise old bear is not flummoxed by this turn of events.Mustering up his wisdom, he suggests they all put their costumes back on and go on with the dance.This they do and the Koala's dance the night away.And

The next day, it turns out that the bears had such a good time that they decide to wear parts of their costumes... and so [drum roll] they learn to differentiate themselves once again.And... the book concludes with: "He scratched his head and thought:"From now on, in Koala Park, there must be many, many more BEAR PARTIES!"

Huh?Perhaps the point is that we need differences to get along.Or perhaps there is no point.[Or perhaps I could be more creative about finding one if I had more sleep and more coffee.]

I can only explain the Caldecott Honor by way of the 1951 publication date.The 50's are not particularly well know for great children's writing.But then again... the other 2 reviewers seem to love this book.In any case, hope this helps.

TwoStars.Intriguing artwork.Story leaves this mom feeling like years of college were wasted.And if the point is this hard for an adult to grasp, what chance have young children got?

A Beautiful, Magical, Gem of a Book!
This quiet gem of a book has illustrations which transcend the merely beautiful - they evoke a kind of deeply-felt otherworldliness, in the same way that dreams can.I had this book as a child, and it left a special, magical, imprint unlike any other book I remember. It's a nice story as well.It's a pity that it seems to be out of print.Grab it if you have the chance.I have only seen (& own) the hardcover edition, so I don't know how thw softcover measures up.

bear party
This book teaches children about being creative in making freinds and how simple it is to be freindly and have a good time. My children loved it and we read it repeatedly. ... Read more