Bear is preparing his house for winter by gathering moss, logs and branches to keep himself warm. His animal friends think he’s being ridiculous and make fun of him – but as the winter approaches, Bear is cosy, while the others shiver out in the cold. Very kindly, Bear lets his friends in, but they are far too excited to sleep and cause a ruckus! Will Bear ever get some rest?

John Yeoman was for many years Head of English at the French Lycée in London.His collaboration with Quentin Blake began in 1960, and has resulted in a long list of successful children’s books of which a number of earlier well-loved titles are now being republished by Andersen Press for new generations of readers.