'ittle Bear
It's More Than Just the Books
If you want to go beyond the books with 'ittle Bear, here are some ways you can learn, grow, and travel with her!
Take Your Own 'ittle Bear and Friends
Home and on Adventures
Would you like your own 'ittle Bear, René Rooster, Siobhan Sheep, or Mårten Moose to join you on all your adventures? It's now possible! ​
We started at launch with special Launch Edition 'ittle Bears. They all have homes with the best of friends, and no longer available.
We have our second edition 'ittle Bears that are the perfect size to travel along with you, as they can even fit in a pocket. Each bear is a little different, but they are all soft and lovable. These are available for sale ($30) at our in-person events, but we only have limited quantities available. Reach out now to reserve one for pick-up at one of our upcoming events!
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Our launch and second edition bears were created by Sistine Dishon from our hometown of Kokomo, Indiana, USA.​
Our third edition 'ittle Bear is now available together with all her friends (René Rooster, Siobhan Sheep, and Mårten Moose. You can even pre-order Elly Eagle to guarantee yours at our launch May 10 in Columbia, South Carolina, USA.). Each of the stuffies is designed and hand-crocheted by Madisyn Nutt of Inskein Crochet in Peru, Indiana, USA. They are made with love, super-soft, and ready to take off with you on all your adventures! Order yours today ($35 each plus shipping) on this easy form.
The Superpowers
Wouldn't we all agree that the world would be a little better with more curiosity, courage, and compassion?
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In the first book, 'ittle Bear learns about the superpowers of curiosity, courage, and compassion. She also recognizes they are not easy, and she needs to practice to develop them.
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In our country books, she practices one or more of them through her adventures. No matter how good we are, we can always learn more and strengthen our superpowers!
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You can learn more about them here and we have free activity sheets to help you here!
The Legends of the World
Do you wonder what all the images are on the map of the world in our first book?
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In addition to 'ittle Bear's story, we hope to share the wonders of the world with children (and parents and teachers) and create many learning opportunities.
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Even our team of well-traveled individuals didn't know all of our legend images in our first book, so we learned with you by creating them!
Learn more about them here, why they were chosen, and some background behind them.
Each country book has its own Legends to learn more about the country. While we originally intended Legends for teachers and parents, we are thrilled to find it is a favorite of many children as well.
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The Legend of USA... Coming May 2025
Resources to Learn About Culture and Travel
Are you curious?
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Do you like to learn?
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Did you know that sometimes the most compassionate way we can learn about another culture or way of doing things is to read on our own instead of asking a person who is different?
Here are some ways to learn:
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1) Google the country and read about it. Good sources can be provided by the country itself, Wikipedia, or reputable travel pages.
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2) Go to your library and ask your librarian for help. While non-fiction books and guides are helpful and factual ways to learn, reading fiction stories based in other countries and cultures are great ways to jump into another person's view (life, world, shoes, skin... however you want to phrase it).
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3) Look for library programs where you can borrow a person. Many libraries are starting to offer programs where you can meet and talk to a person from another country or culture. Even better, they are there because they want to share with you!
Languages
In each of our country books, we introduce you to a bit of language from each country.
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While we try to give helpful guides to learn a few words and phrases, you might want to learn more on your own.
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Here are links to language resources to help you learn...
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Irish: Pronunciation Words and Phrases Words
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Swedish: Glossary Pronunciation Private Lessons
Travel with 'ittle Bear
Whether we are traveling down the street or around the world, sometimes we all need a friend with us and a reminder to show our curiosity, courage, and compassion.
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You too can travel with 'ittle Bear. Buy (or win through newsletter offers) her luggage tag and you will always travel with a special friend who can help you with your curiosity, courage, and compassion.
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Then, share with us your stories to inspire and encourage others!
