Teddy will wait patiently for you to read with him. He loves a good story.

He has selected 2 books to begin, A Different Pond by Boa Phi and Great Joy by Kate DiCamillo. Both have fabulous illustration so turn the pages slowly so he can see all the details.

Teddy is a Boyd bear. The books are from our friends at Capstone Publishing long time supporters of BENCHS.

A 2018 Caldecott Honor Book that Kirkus Reviews calls "a must-read for our times," A Different Pond is an unforgettable story about a simple event - a long-ago fishing trip. Graphic novelist Thi Bui and acclaimed poet Bao Phi deliver a powerful, honest glimpse into a relationship between father and son - and between cultures, old and new. As a young boy, Bao and his father awoke early, hours before his father's long workday began, to fish on the shores of a small pond in Minneapolis. Unlike many other anglers, Bao and his father fished for food, not recreation. A successful catch meant a fed family. Between hope-filled casts, Bao's father told him about a different pond in their homeland of Vietnam. Thi Bui's striking, evocative art paired with Phi's expertly crafted prose has earned this powerful picture books six starred reviews and numerous awards.

In her first picture book, America's beloved storyteller Kate DiCamillo, reunites with Bagram Ibatoulline to offer readers an unforgettable holiday gift. It is just before Christmas when an organ grinder and monkey appear on the street corner outside Frances's apartment. Frances can see them from her window and, sometimes, when it's quiet, she can hear their music. In fact, Frances can't stop thinking about them, especially after she sees the man and his monkey sleeping outside on the cold street at midnight. When the day of the Christmas pageant arrives, and it's Frances's turn to speak, everyone waits silently. But all Frances can think about is the organ grinder's sad eyes until, just in time, she finds the perfect words to share.

Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo pairs once again with acclaimed artist Bagram Ibatoulline as she presents a timeless story of compassion and joy.

 This package includes:

• Wooden Bench


• Great Joy by Kate DiCAmillo


• A Different Pond by Boa Phi


• Boyds collection limited Teddy bear