(ages 2 – 5)  Little Bear closes his eyes and wishes and wishes and wishes for his dreams to come true. But when he opens his eyes, he’s still just Little Bear living in the Arctic tundra. Mother Bear tenderly shows him how many of his wishes do come true, from being able to swim with the playful belugas, to gazing at the dazzling northern lights. Finally, Little Bear is delighted to discover that he was Mother Bear’s wish come true! Readers will be touched by this reassuring tale of love and hope, which is of the “Storybook” series of board books – uplifting stories that shine with glitter, foil, texture, and more. Durable, padded covers, rounded corners, and an easy-to-hold size, along with touching text and colorful illustrations, ensure that these storybooks will be treasured by children and parents alike.

About the Author

Author, illustrator, and graphic designer Per-Henrik Gürth was born in Freiburg, Germany, and now calls Kingston, Ontario, home. His bold and lively illustrations can be found in the bestselling “Canada Concept Books” from Kids Can Press, including Oh! Canada and ABC of Canada, which was a Canadian Children’s Book Centre “Our Choice” selection. In When Wishes Come True, Per creates soft scenes filled with texture and light to complement the heartwarming story inspired by his daughter, Emily, who was Per’s own wish come true.