A kiss for Little Bear

"A kiss for Osito" is a short, humorous story, full of affection and love. Osito's affection towards Grandmother Bear, whom he presents with a drawing and a kiss that is transmitted from one animal to another, among the inhabitants of the forest, until reaching its final destination. An itinerant and cumulative kiss, which also branches out into a parallel love story with an ending that fills this endearing faunal neighborhood with happiness. First published in 1968, this classic by Else Holmelund Minarik and Maurice Sendak stands out for the simplicity of the text and the tenderness of its characters, who are represented both naturally and humanized. Osito's personality encourages children's readers to identify with him, due to his friendliness and spontaneity. Author: Holmelund, Else | Illustrator: Maurice Sendak