Animal books

Bear Snores On by Karma Wilson opens with a few animals huddling for shelter in the cave of a bear. They are having a jolly time...until the bear wakes up and starts growling at them. But never fear--he's only upset because they've been having fun without him and is easily appeased once the animals offer to pop more corn and invite him to join their festivities. There are several follow-on books: Bear Wants More, Bear Feels Sick, Bear Stays Up for Christmas, Bear's New Friend, and Bear Feels Scared. But the first one is definitely the best.