THE RED FRUIT

by Lee Gee Eun

Baby Bear is off exploring on his own.

Tok!

Now what’s this that just hit his head? Mmmm…it’s a delicious red fruit. He must get more.

Up, up, up, to the top of the forest. Hello Caterpillar! Hello Squirrel! Hello Bees!

Now what is that? Why, it’s the biggest red fruit of all! Baby Bear must have it. He leeeaaaps…

From award-winning Korean illustrator Lee Gee Eun comes a gorgeously illustrated story – delightful at every beat – about first discoveries and always landing in a safe place.

Type: Picture Book
Pages: 64
Format: Hardcover
Publication: November 14, 2023
ISBN: 9781646147007

PRAISE

AMAZON BEST OF THE YEAR

★ “Economically drawn and narrated, this translated work from Korea spotlights a bear cub’s naivete and determination… Beautifully transcends its seeming simplicity.” 
—Kirkus (starred)

“Perfect for pre- and emerging readers… Playful.”
—Horn Book

“Children follow a baby bear on an adventure to find more of the delicious red fruit that has fallen to the ground… young readers will relish joining in the journey. The tale lends itself to an easy storytelling session.”
—School Library Journal 

About Lee Gee Eun

Lee Gee Eun is an author and illustrator from Korea who has won numerous international honors, including the BolognaRagazzi award and the Korean Young Illustrator Award. You can follow her at @studio_geeeun.