Bear and the Star

Lola M. Schaefer is an educator, writer, and gardener, and the author of many acclaimed books for children about math, art, science, technology, animals, and nature. She uses shovels, hoes, rakes, and scissors when she works in her garden. Lola M. Schaefer grew up in Indiana, and now lives in northern Georgia.Bethanne Andersen is the illustrator of Bluebird Summer by Deborah Hopkinson and Seven Brave Women, winner of the Jane Addams Children's Book Award and a Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor Book, written by Betsy Hearne. She lives in Boise, Idaho.

“Andersen’s lush oil paintings grace every page with wintery, swirling landscapes and Bear’s spiky fur . . . A gently meaningful seasonal read.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books“A quiet and . . . peaceful text delivers a message of unity and reverence for our world.” — Horn Book Magazine“Andersen’s artwork . . . echoes the story’s feel of broad reverence through sweeping, snowy landscapes and an apt use of perspective." — Publishers Weekly“A lyrical testament to peace . . . Serene yet enigmatic.”  — Kirkus Reviews