Otis Knows (How to Be a Bear) Amy Neff **LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOKS OF

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Otis Knows (How to Be a Bear) Amy Neff **LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOKS OFBy: Liz Garton Scanlon, Martha Brockenbrough Published by Beach Lane Books, 2026 05 05 Inspired by the life of a real Alaskan brown bear named Otis, who rose to internet stardom during Fat Bear Week, this heartwarming picture book invites young readers to celebrate their differences and embrace their individuality. Otis sleeps his deep and heavy sleep. He dreams his Otis dreams. And hell wake when hes ready, in his own way, in his own time. Why?