Each of these stories tells of a different mishap, and yet the friends’ warmth and affection for each other survives them all… It’s a wonderfully amusing tale with a happy resolution, which reminds us that we can all navigate the ups and downs of friendship. - Juno

With situations children will find both amusing and surprising, this book offers opportunities to reflect on life skills such as patience, acceptance, understanding, and forgiveness, and will open up communication about friendship […] Gentle text with short chapters makes this an ideal step up from picture books as children become more independent with their reading. It’s also fantastically fun to read aloud! - Teach Primary

The whimsical illustrations add an extra layer of charm to the tales, making Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories a must-have for any children’s bookshelf. This series continues to capture the magic of friendship and the joy of sharing adventures with loved ones. - Preneur World

Jarvis has the kind of wry, gentle humour that appeals both to young children and adults. These stories are as seductive as the first four, full of charm, warmth and genuine affection. Perfect for new solo readers or for sharing. - Red Reading Hub

This is Jarvis’ second Bear and Bird story book, and we are as in love with it as we were the first. Not only is the format beautiful, it is a slim hardback, the illustrations are outstanding, they ooze comfort, friendship, and the joy of adventures, but the stories themselves are short, sweet, and so incredibly enjoyable that we keep coming back to them over and over again. […] It is a book of joy and comfort through and through. - Armadillo Magazine

Jarvis is the author-illustrator of Alan’s Big, Scary Teeth; Tropical Terry; Follow Me, Flo! and The Boy with Flowers in His Hair, as well as the illustrator of Pick a Pine Tree, Pick a Pumpkin and Pick a Perfect Egg, all written by Patricia Toht. Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories is Jarvis’s first chapter book. An animator who has worked as a record jacket designer and an animation director, he lives in Manchester with his wife and their dog and cat. Follow him on Twitter as @heyimjarvis and on Instagram as @booksbyjarvis.