Geisel Honor-winning author/illustrator Salina Yoon's beloved duo Bear and Floppy return in Stormy Night --a charming picture book about facing your fears . When thunder shakes his house and rain pounds the windows, Bear is frightened. But comforting his Mama, Papa, and Floppy helps make the storm seem not so scary. Before Bear knows it, the storm has passed, because even storms need their sleep . . . and so do bears. Prolific author/illustrator Salina Yoon's spare text and bright, energetic illustrations bring to life a story that reminds us that nothing is too scary with family and friends at your side! Don't miss these other books from Salina Yoon! The Bear series Found Stormy Night Bear's Big Day The Penguin series Penguin and Pinecone Penguin on Vacation Penguin in Love Penguin and Pumpkin Penguin's Big Adventure Penguin's Christmas Wish The Duck, Duck, Porcupine series Duck, Duck, Porcupine My Kite is Stuck! And Other Stories That's My Book! And Other Stories Be a Friend PreS-K—Though the lightning will crash and thunder will boom, this comforting story successfully addresses the common fear of storms for a young audience. One by one, Bear comforts those closest to him, from his sweet stuffed rabbit to his parents, as the weather bangs outside. Varied vocabulary emphasizes the dramatic rush and whizz of the swirling storm. "The wind was whirring, the trees were crackling, and the rain was pounding against the windows." Taut pacing demonstrates the storm's urgency. Initially, Bear models a reassuring demeanor to those around him. "'Don't worry,' said Bear. 'I'll hold you tight. I'll keep you warm. My love will keep you safe from the storm.'" When the weather proves too much for even this brave little bear, Mama and Papa return the favor by cuddling close to their favorite cub. Digital illustrations make use of bright colors that emphasize the sweet love of Bear's protective family, and thick black lines add a youthful energy to the warmth found within his cheerful home. This storm's impact has no lasting power against a family's love.—Meg Smith, Cumberland County Public Library, Fayetteville, NC “This comforting story successfully addresses the common fear of storms for a young audience… This storm's impact has no lasting power against a family's love.” ― School Library Journal “Readers will appreciate the graduating reassurances that range from self-soothing to group hugs... Youngsters will empathize with Bear and derive comfort from the loving togetherness his family displays while keeping the storm at bay.” ― Kirkus Reviews “A terrific combination for preschoolers and early readers who will sympathize with Bear's competing desires.” ― The New York Times Book Review on Found “A thoughtful, flawlessly executed exploration of theory of mind and emotional intelligence.” ― Publishers Weekly , starred review, on Found “A winning tale about finding new friends.” ― Kirkus Reviews on Found “Simple yet affecting.” ― Library Media Connection on Penguin and Pinecone “Crisp illustrations that capture a genuinely loving heart . . . a strong if whimsical choice for those separated from loved ones.” ― Kirkus Reviews on Penguin and Pinecone “Yoon's story of an unlikely interspecies friendship is both funny and sweet . . . let's hope that, as the Antarctic Ambassador of Friendship, Penguin, too, shall return in more adventures.” ― The Horn Book Magazine on Penguin on Vacation “Readers will respond to this warm tale of finding love.” ― Kirkus Reviews on Penguin in Love Salina Yoon is an award-winning author-illustrator of nearly two hundred books for children, including Duck, Duck, Porcupine! , the Penguin series, the Bear and Floppy series, and Be a Friend . She studied art and design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and now lives in San Diego with her family. www.salinayoon.com