The Last Bear

An instant classic with a bearsized heart Hannah Gold’s debut novel is a touching story of kindness adventure and forging your own path—perfect for fans of Pax and A Wolf Called Wander. There are no polar bears left on Bear Island. At least that’s what April’s father tells her when his scientific research takes them to a faraway Arctic outpost. But one night April catches a glimpse of something distinctly bear shaped loping across the horizon. A polar bear who shouldn’t be there—who is hungry lonely and a long way from home. An excellent choice for readers in grades 3 to 7 this fierce celebration of friendship includes fullpage blackandwhite illustrations throughout as well as information about the real Bear Island and the plight of the polar bears.