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Father Bear's Special Day
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Father Bear's Special Day

Written by Else Holmelund Minarik and illustrated by Teri Lee. The story centers on Little Bear, who is excited to spend Father's Day with his father, Father Bear, and wants to be his special helper for the entire day. The plan is for a perfect fishing trip together, but their plans are disrupted when Father Bear's friends, Emily and Duck, join them along the way. As Father Bear happily interacts with his friends and they help with tasks like getting worms and baiting the hook, Little Bear feels left out and begins to feel like a failure. The story explores themes of jealousy and the importance of a child's unique value to their parent. In the end, Father Bear reassures Little Bear that he is loved and that the most special gift of all is simply being his son, which brings them both great joy.
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River Parade
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River Parade

Written and illustrated by Alexandra Day. The story follows a little boy and his father on a boat ride down the river on a hot summer day. Initially, the boy is a bit nervous, but as he and his father float down the river with three wooden toys, he begins to enjoy the experience.
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Best Daddy in All the World
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Best Daddy in All the World

The story follows Little Rabbit Short-Ears, who has wandered too far from home and is trying to find his way back to his burrow and his daddy. When other rabbits ask him to describe his daddy, he explains that his daddy is the best in the world, making it easier for the kind rabbits to help him find his way home. Written by Gill Lobel and illustrated by Vanessa Cabban.
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A Perfect Father's Day (Eve Bunting)
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A Perfect Father's Day (Eve Bunting)

The story follows four-year-old Susie, who plans a special Father's Day for her dad, filled with activities she believes he will enjoy, which are actually her own favorite things. Despite the day being filled with treats for Susie, her dad enjoys the day immensely, and they return home to a surprise cake prepared by Susie's mom. Written by Eve Bunting and illustrated by Susan Meddaugh.
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The Berenstain Bears - We Love Our Dad!
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The Berenstain Bears - We Love Our Dad!

A story where the cubs decide to spoil Papa Bear for Father's Day. They want to show their appreciation for all the things he does for them by finding the perfect gift. The cubs are determined to treat Papa for a change on his special day. Written and illustrated by Jan and Mike Berenstain.
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Father Bear's Special Day
4:34

Father Bear's Special Day

In this particular story, it is Father's Day, and Little Bear wants to spend a special day with Father Bear. They set off on a fishing trip, but their plans are interrupted when Father Bear's friends, Emily and Duck, join them. Little Bear feels jealous and left out as the others help with the fishing. However, Father Bear reassures Little Bear of his love and makes him feel special by the end of the day. Written by Else Holmelund Minarik and illustrated by Teri Lee.

Father Bear's Special Day

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Written by Else Holmelund Minarik and illustrated by Teri Lee.

The story centers on Little Bear, who is excited to spend Father's Day with his father, Father Bear, and wants to be his special helper for the entire day.

The plan is for a perfect fishing trip together, but their plans are disrupted when Father Bear's friends, Emily and Duck, join them along the way.

As Father Bear happily interacts with his friends and they help with tasks like getting worms and baiting the hook, Little Bear feels left out and begins to feel like a failure.

The story explores themes of jealousy and the importance of a child's unique value to their parent. In the end, Father Bear reassures Little Bear that he is loved and that the most special gift of all is simply being his son, which brings them both great joy.

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