Hello, My Name Is Bob by Linas Alsenas

Bob is a very quiet bear.  His favorite things are counting toothpicks, humming and mostly sitting.  His best friend Jack is the opposite.  Jack likes roller coasters, dancing and adventure.  But the two of them can still be best friends and very different. 

The differences between the two bears are vivid and make for a funny and interesting juxtaposition.  We all have a bit of Bob and some Jack in us.  There are small touches that make the book very clever and funny, including the end papers each painted by one of the bears.  Bob’s boring activities are livened up by Jack and then when Jack is exhausted they are moving at just Bob’s speed. 

Clever illustrations and a friendly message make this book a winner.  Children will enjoy the dramatic differences between the two friends.  Appropriate for ages 4-6.