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Name: A fair bear share
Author: Stuart J. Murphy

In "A Fair Bear Share," four bear cubs set out to collect the ingredients needed for a blueberry pie. As they gather berries, butter, and sugar, they repeatedly count the items, practicing arithmetic while preparing for a delicious treat. The story emphasizes basic math skills in a playful, animal-friendly context.

First publish date: 1998

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Stuart J. Murphy

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