A boy discovers the reason: Bear has stolen the chinook. Then the boy and his friends -- Owl, Coyote, Weasel, Prairie Chicken, and Magpie -- set out in pursuit of Bear. When they locate his den, the problem becomes freeing the chinook from the fierce animal. But thanks to the boy's ingenuity, the group prevails. Spring returns, the tribe celebrates, and from that time on, Bear is compelled to sleep through winter. Harriet Peck Taylor's simple, strong words and brilliant batiks capture the drama of the story and the stark beauty of the winter landscape.

    Infused with warmth and humor, with yummy details in both town and country locales, Kate Summers' fresh and clever retelling of this favorite tale features delectable illustrations by dollhouse connoisseur Maggie Kneen.

    Retells the events of the famous race between the boastful hare and the persevering tortoise.