Bobby the Bear and His Big Surprise

“Surprise! Happy Birthday!”

Surprised for any special occasion, especially for children, is a great feeling. That feeling of surprise is something that can last a lifetime. In Bobby the Bear and His Big Surprise, readers can explore the important theme of friendship. Bobby, the protagonist of the series, happily wakes up on his birthday, excited to share the day with all his friends at their favorite hangout spot, the lake. On the way to the lake, Bobby stops by the house of several of his friends, who are not home. He finally makes his way to the lake and waits for his friends to arrive. After a lengthy wait, Bobby thinks his friends have forgotten about him and his birthday. Feeling sad and alone, Bobby returns home to receive the best birthday surprise—all his friends are there to celebrate his birthday!

The story Bobby the Bear and His Big Surprise delves into friendship’s importance in our lives, especially for children. The story shows that our friends will always be there for us, even when we think we are alone. Bobby learns (as readers will) that friendship is a key component of our lives, and we should never underestimate ourselves and believe that our friends will forget or ignore us.

The story also shows how friends must be there for one another, especially after recent events. Isolation and separation can severely and negatively impact one’s life. As friends, we need to always be there for our friends and let them know they are never forgotten, never alone, and always loved.