Hobie the Hope Bear - Hardcover

Sheila Dokken; Jayne Hanson

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1592982085 ISBN 13: 9781592982080

Publisher: Beaver's Pond Press, 2007

Synopsis

Hobie the Hope Bear is beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist, Pamela Erickson. Hobie was created in response to the 9/11 tragedy and the recognition that our children are the key to a world of understanding and respect. Hobie appeals to parents who want a little extra help in talking to their children about differences and prejudices. He appeals to children who can relate to feeling different or left out. This book is the first in a series of adventures that will help Hobie understand that we are all more alike than we are different. The planned series of Hobie adventures will tackle how to find the keys to bonding with others, including the importance of respect, empathy, and understanding.

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About the Author

Jayne Hanson has been an elementary school teacher since 1990. As a teacher, she has been writing curriculum, telling and creating stories for children, and finding new ways to connect with young people. She believes that children are the positive lights of the future that need to be cherished every day. Jayne lives with her husband and three children in Cambridge, Minnesota.

Sheila Dokken has been a discrimination attorney since 1993. She has seen firsthand the destructive force of prejudice in our society. She was inspired to do something positive to make a difference in the lives of children, thus leading her to develop the concept of Hobie the Hope Bear™. Sheila has a passion for children and is motivated to make a difference in their lives. She lives with her husband and two children in Elk River, Minnesota.

Pamela A. Erickson landed her first freelance art job at the age of 17. She studied commercial and fine art. Pam worked in advertising layout/design and illustration, which led to her 10-year career as an art director for a publishing company. Now enjoying the finer side of art, she currently works out of her studio in Elk River, Minnesota. Pam loved children's books as a child and appreciates them even more today. She lives with her husband and two children.

Review

''Teaching tolerance begins with our youngest children. Hobie the Hope Bear is an effort to stop the anger before it begins, by sending positive messages of respect and understanding.'' ----Walter Mondale, former U.S. Vice President

''The message of tolerance is essential, especially in today's world. We need to look for areas of common ground where we can work together--while celebrating our strengths and differences--to make our world a better and safer place for our children. The message of tolerance is essential, especially in today's world. We need to look for areas of common ground where we can work together--while celebrating our strengths and differences--to make our world a better and safer place for our children.'' ----Jim Ramstad, U.S. Congressman

About this edition

• Publisher: Beaver's Pond Press
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1592982085
• ISBN 13: 9781592982080
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Pamela A. Erickson