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Bob is the Biggest, Strongest, and Smartest
  • Published: 25 March 2026
  • ISBN: 9780593858943
  • Imprint: Rocky Pond Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $39.99

Bob is the Biggest, Strongest, and Smartest

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24 Feb 2026
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25 Mar 2026
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A boastful bear learns how to be a good listener and friend in this endearing, funny picture book by the author of Truman.

A boastful bear learns how to be a good listener and friend in this endearing, funny picture book by the author of Truman.

Everyone knows that Bob is the biggest, strongest, and smartest bear in the world . . . because he tells them so, over and over again. No one can question him because Bob does all the talking. That is, until the day Bill comes along. Bill isn’t big or strong, but he asks lots of questions of the creatures around him. He’s interested in everyone, and soon, all the animals are so busy getting to know one another, they stop noticing poor Bob. Until—Bill does! But is Bob finally ready to have a real conversation, one that includes both talking and listening?
  • Published: 25 March 2026
  • ISBN: 9780593858943
  • Imprint: Rocky Pond Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $39.99
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About the authors

Jean Reidy

Jean Reidy’s award-winning books for children have earned their spots as favorites among readers of all ages. She is the author of many picture books, including Truman, a Charlotte Zolotow Honor Winner and Parent’s Choice Gold Award Winner that was included on numerous best of the year lists, including the New York Times and NPR. She now lives in Chicago and is endlessly inspired by her children and grandchildren.

Lynnor Bontigao was born and raised in Manila in the Philippines and now lives in New Jersey with her husband and two kids. She studied programming and worked at a major financial firm for fifteen years before realizing her heart was with children's books. She is the author/illustrator of Sari-Sari Summer and the illustrator of several picture books, including The World's Best Class Plant.
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Praise for Bob is the Biggest, Strongest, and Smartest


Awards for Truman by Jean Reidy
New York Times Best Children’s Book of the Year
Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
NPR Favorite Book of the Year
Parent’s Choice Gold Award Winner
Charlotte Zolotow Honor Book