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Meet belle bear!

Belle Bear is a spirited little polar bear with a big heart, an orange cape, and a world full of snowy adventures...until she has to leave it all behind. The Adventures of Belle Bear is a heartwarming picture book about courage, self-confidence, and discovering the bravery to be yourself, no matter where life takes you.

Belle Bear lives with her beloved grandmother, Baba Bear, in the magical land of Mount Bearia. Her days are full of games, cozy hugs, and little moments that make her feel special. But when they must move to a new country, everything changes. There’s no snow, no other polar bears, and no cape. Just Belle Bear and the courage she has discovered yet.

Starting at a new school without familiar comforts, Belle Bear struggles to feel like she belongs. With gentle guidance from Baba Bear and a little courage from within, she begins to build her self-confidence. She makes new friends, explores new experiences, and learns that true confidence comes from believing in herself.

Perfect for families, educators, and anyone helping a child navigate change, The Adventures of Belle Bear is full of tender moments and important lessons: “You are kind. You are curious. You are brave. And you can do anything.”

Belle Bear also believes every child deserves a full belly and a bedtime story, and through December 31, 2025, 100% of the book’s proceeds will be donated to Good Shepherd Food Bank, Maine’s largest hunger-relief organization.

Whether for bedtime, a meaningful gift, or a story that helps children build courage and self-confidence, The Adventures of Belle Bear is a charming and inspiring addition to any bookshelf.

Blue Balloon Books: The Adventures of Belle Bear by Kathy Akopov Guillory, illustrated by Nathalie Ortega

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