The Polar Bear Day - by Jihee Park (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A joyful and unique wordless picture book with an environmental message, made with striking illustrations painted on old cardboard boxes.

Knock knock! A young boy opens his door to find a surprising visitor: a playful polar bear! Boy and bear spend the day together - dancing, sneaking snacks and hiding from Omma - and the boy's world is transformed by his unexpected new friend, who helps him see life in an exciting new way.

An uncoated cover mimics the feel of the cardboard boxes this book was painted on and removing the jacket reveals an alternative back cover.

Review Quotes

'An endearing adventure, brilliantly enhanced with subtle reminders to consider environmental preservation and protection.'--Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

'Reminiscent of Raymond Briggs' classic The Snowman. It's a sweet, simple story, but Park's artwork elevates it to captivating heights. Enchanting.'--Booklist, Starred review

'Possibilities abound, which seems to be the overarching point of this affecting picture book.'--Horn Book

'This visually splendid portrait of interspecies camaraderie has a quiet allure.'--Publishers Weekly

'Extra cute.'--Betsy Bird, A Fuse8 Production

'An adorable, sweet story. Without any need for words, a reader will be completely drawn into this treasure.'--Charlene Campfield, Campfields Learning

About the Author

Park Jihee is an emerging illustrator from South Korea. Jihee studied painting in South Korea and fine art in Spain. The illustrations for her debut picture book, The Polar Bear Day, were hand-drawn and painted on discarded cardboard, conveying a subtle message about environmental responsibility. She lives in Busan, South Korea, where she spends most of her time working in her studio by the sea.