Author:Shirley Hughes
Alfie is heading off to the seaside with his grandma, and makes a new friend on the beach!
But unfortunately all's not fair in love and friendship, and Alfie - with a little help from Grandma and Bernard - has to discover what a true friend looks like.
A summer adventure which speaks to our experiences making friends from national treasure, Shirley Hughes
The story is classic Hughes, and a beautiful depiction of those fleeting childhood holiday experiences that can’t be matched by the safety and comfort of home
—— Toby Lichtig , TLSNorman the bear loves honey so much that he disguises himself as a bee. A rip-roaring, irresistible caper.
—— Metroa hilarious tale of a honey-loving bear who disguises himself as a bee to get easier access to the sweet sticky stuff.
—— The GuardianNadia Shireen has penned a delightful, fast paced narrative with a wonderful character - The Bumblebear is a fabulous picture book!
—— My Book CornerNorman is a bear that loves honey. A lot. But with the pesky bees always hovering round the stash, he needs a cunning plan. Dressed in disguise, Norman sneaks into Bee School – but will his cover-up be rumbled? And will Norman finally learn to be happy in his own fur? Funny and poignant, Bumblebear has a sweet message about acceptance at its heart. You’ll be reading it on repeat this summer holiday.
—— smallishmagazine.comoffers bold, lively artwork, spirited characters and a playful story
—— Daily Express