Annual Bear Dance
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“Do bears really sleep the whole winter away or do they come out in the winter to play?” Come along with Jonathan, The Bear Man and family as they set out to see! Written in a fun Poetic story, full of colorful wildlife illustrations including all bear species! They snow shoed on through the snow drifts so high To the sounds in the forest and oh what a sight: There through the trees and not very far Was a bear singing tunes and playing guitar! The music, it rolled off the strings much like honey And those great big bear lips made singing so funny! The Bear Man and family edged through the trees, Hoping to get a much better peek!
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Woven with valuable family life lessons, this educational adventure begins in a quaint little mountain valley where Jonathan, The Bear Man and family set out in search of the truth of winter. …And there, in the light of the dawn, they saw…! A song writer and poet, as well as a professional Artist for over 30 years; Jonathan LaBenne, better known as “Jonathan, The Bear Man,” brings his talents together in this delightful story! Pamela Ann. Every reader will wish they could be part of this unique adventure that Jonathan and his “kin” experience! Using his various carvings for illustrations, the talented artist brings to life the characters in this book. The story is a combination adventure, poem and fantasy that captivates and amuses. These various characters will win your heart, especially Old Shaggy. I can’t wait to share this “folk tale” with my grandchildren. Kids from the age of 2 to 102 will be entertained by this magical night that led the artist and his family to create a carved mural that memorializes the unforgettable evening. Lorry Brooks, Teacher and parent advisor Alaska/Hawaii Cyberlynx Correspondence School
About the Author
Jonathan’s love for wildlife and the arts started in his early youth. By 1989, he had received global attention for his wood carvings. He was given the name “The Bear Man” by the Lodge at Jackson Hole and the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce. A songwriter and poet, as well as a professional artist for over thirty years, Jonathan brought his talents together in this book, dedicated to his children and grandchildren.