Little Bear’s Missing Smile: a Heartwarming Children’s Picture Book About Friendship and Emotions

Little Bear’s Missing SmileA Heartwarming Children’s Picture Book About Friendship and EmotionsDeep in the forest, Little Bear wakes up with a sad frown – his smile is missing. With the help of his forest friends – Squirrel, Beaver, Bunny, and Porcupine – his day fills with laughter, surprises, and true friendship.Little Bear’s Missing Smile is a gentle, children’s picture book about emotions and friendship, perfect for ages 4-6, bedtime reading, and classroom read-alouds.Through soft storytelling, playful dialogue, and comforting woodland illustrations, this story helps young readers understand that it’s okay to feel sad sometimes and that emotions don’t always have an easy explanation. As Little Bear searches for his missing smile, children learn the value of empathy, patience, and supportive friendships.Designed to support social-emotional learning, this book encourages children to recognize their feelings, talk about emotions, and understand that they are not alone when they’re having a hard day. It’s an ideal tool for parents, teachers, counselors, and caregivers looking to start meaningful conversations about emotions in a calm and reassuring way.A sweet and thoughtful story that reminds children that feelings come and go – and that joy often returns when we feel seen, supported, and loved.