Amy Hest - Sam series

       

Kiss Good Night was the first in a series of books written by Amy Hest about a little bear, Sam, and his mother.

I appreciated the spirit of love and trust she conveys between the two bears in each of the stories, addressing issues of fear, sickness and the power of relationship. Anita Jeram gives life to Sam and his mother with her colorful illustrations - the initial reason these books ended up in my library bag.

Children connect with Sam and his young feelings, empathizing when he needs a little extra love.