Books by Carmen Oliver

3 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Bears Make the Best... series, Carmen Oliver writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of empathy & kindness, being different, self-confidence & identity.

Series

Bears Make the Best Science Buddies
Bears Make the Best...
1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Bears Make the Best Reading Buddies
Bears Make the Best Reading Buddies
Carmen Oliver
For the child who feels a little shy about reading aloud, this heartwarming story shows how unexpected friendships can h
Ages 4–8
Cover of Building an Orchestra of Hope
Building an Orchestra of Hope
Carmen Oliver
For the child who needs to see how creativity and perseverance can transform a community's challenges into a beautiful s
Ages 5–9

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Bears Make the Best Reading Buddies
Bears Make the Best Science Buddies
Building an Orchestra of Hope
Ages 8–11
3 books
Bears Make the Best Reading Buddies
Bears Make the Best Science Buddies
Building an Orchestra of Hope

Common Themes

Empathy & KindnessBeing DifferentSelf-Confidence & IdentityFriendship & LoyaltyCuriosity & WonderBearsSchool LifeFriendship & Social

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