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Marvin the Very Tall Bear Kindle Edition

by T. A Unwin (Author, Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 661 ratings
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Marvin really doesn't enjoy being so tall. It causes him all sorts of problems, such as not being able to sit at the dinner table or fit through doorways. So one night he makes a wish to not be so tall anymore - which, unfortunately, comes true...

'Marvin the Very Tall Bear' is a delightful story aimed at very young children, by the same author who brought to life 'The Hedgehog Who Wanted a Hug'. Filled with simple but colourful illustrations, this short book has all the makings of a firm bedtime favourite.
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  1. Reading age
    2 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    19 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 4
  5. Publication date
    October 18, 2015
  6. Page Flip
    Enabled
  7. Word Wise
    Enabled
  8. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
  9. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B016X0TTRA
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 18, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 17115 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 19 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 661 ratings

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T.A Unwin

T.A Unwin

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T.A. Unwin is a writer and artist from London, now living on the Hampshire coast in England. Her childhood revolved around animals; looking after pets and writing stories about them. A passion for the natural world led to a Zoology degree followed by a Masters in Animal Welfare. Writing then took a back seat as the young adventurer set off to gain experience of working with different animals around the world. She trailed after the macaque monkeys in Gibraltar, as well as their monkey cousins in India, studied birds in Scotland, researched vultures in Namibia and spent ten weeks monitoring marine mammals from a boat in the Mozambique Channel. Currently she works part-time in a zoo and has finally returned to her favourite hobby – writing stories about animals. She has two noisy budgies who do their best to put a stop to this.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
661 global ratings
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Ebook version has no pictures
Looks like a fun short book but the electronic version has lost the pictures. Attached is what it looks like in the PC Kindle app; same for Kindle on my phone.
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Israel Drazin
5.0 out of 5 stars A good story with a good lesson
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2020
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“Marvin the Very Tall Bear” is a book that kids will enjoy while learning a good lesson about being satisfied. Marvin was taller than other bears. He could not get through doorways. Nor could he find pants that fit him, or sit at the dinner table, or play on the slide.
Children will enjoy finding out what Marvin did and whether he was satisfied with what he did.
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Gail Christian
5.0 out of 5 stars Wishes don't always make things better.
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2021
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GREAT story!

Have you ever heard the saying, "Be careful what you wish for: you just might get it" ? That happened to Marvin Bear. He thought it would be better if one thing in his life could be different so he wished for it to change. When his wish came true, he soon learned that he preferred things the way they were before he wished. You know the grass isn't always greener on the other side, and sometimes where you are is better than any place else could possibly be. Great way to teach kids to be happy in their own skin. Perhaps you are the very you that you were always meant to be.
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224perweek
4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2021
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Very sweet book. Loved the kindness this book showed. Would read it again and again.
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ABPH
5.0 out of 5 stars Charming!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2024
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This charming tale revolves around Marvin, a Bear who yearns to be less towering so he can enjoy the simple pleasures of fitting through doorways, joining family meals, and playing on park slides like other bears. One fateful night, his wish unexpectedly materializes, leading Marvin on a journey that echoes the cautionary adage, 'be careful what you wish for because you might just get it...'

The story's message resonates deeply, offering children a gentle reminder that it's perfectly alright to be different. Through Marvin's adventure, it beautifully underscores the importance of embracing one's uniqueness and recognizing the inherent value in being oneself. While I wished for more vibrant and prominent illustrations, the narrative itself shines as a delightful addition to any bedtime routine.

In essence, 'Marvin's Wish' serves as a heartwarming testament to self-acceptance and the magic of being true to oneself, making it an excellent choice for children's literature collections.
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granny
3.0 out of 5 stars For younger children under 3
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2020
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I chose this rating because the story is cute and brings across the fact that you should be happy with way you are. However, the pictures are so so and the story is really short.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Tall Bear
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2021
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I like that the bear was really tall and he made me laugh. I would recommend this book to all little kids. It’s great to have an imagination and to read a funny story.
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Josephine
5.0 out of 5 stars Short and lesson filled
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2020
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This book is an 3xcelent read right before bed time. It stimulates the child's mind to accept themselves just as they are the pages are few. Generally amazing
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5.0 out of 5 stars Review
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2021
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My granddaughter loved it. It was easy enough for her to read. The story was so adorable. She learned that we need to accept ourselves as we are.
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Lisa Cairns
4.0 out of 5 stars Great short story for bed
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 19, 2017
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We loved the story, great for a wee bedtime tale, my only gripe is that there are not as many pictures as there could have been.
Apart from that, short, simple and wonderful for toddlers.
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