On a snowy Christmas Eve, Hare, Fox, Wolf, and other animals listen for Bear Noel, a fine, furry fellow. On this night when "all creatures may come together without fear," the animals gather. A close relation to Pere Noel and Father Christmas, this merry bear comes through a magically snowy forest bringing a holiday feast to a host of woodland animals. For one night at least, all are at peace, and small children will love the comforting repetitive text that tells the animals' Yuletide tale.