Stories inspired by family, travel, and kindness

Travels of Teddy the Bear

Welcome to our little corner of imagination, where every story begins with love, adventure, and the belief that the best lessons are found within the pages of a great book.

Created by Grandpa Stan Young, this illustrated children’s series celebrates culture, family, animals, friendship, and the joy of discovering the world together.

Covers from the Travels of Teddy the Bear series
Every Teddy story began as a bedtime story told to Stan Young’s grandchildren.

A grandfather’s stories, shared with the world

My grandfather isn't just the author of these wonderful children's stories—he's my best friend. His last name is Young, which is how Forever Young Publishing, Inc. got its name.

Each book was first told to his grandchildren when they were little, and that is why every book is dedicated to a different grandchild. The result is a warm series about curiosity, kindness, travel, animals, and family.

“The greatest adventures often begin with turning the very first page.”
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The full Teddy collection

Follow Teddy as he meets bear families around the world and discovers languages, foods, games, landscapes, and traditions.

Book 8: Journey to Russia cover

Book 8: Journey to Russia

Russian Brown Bear
A journey across culture, food, games, and family

HomeChinaFar NorthEcuadorIndiaCanadaBorneoRussia

Why Teddy travels

At the heart of this series is a simple message: we all have something to learn from one another.

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Culture

Each journey introduces children to new places and traditions.

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Animals

Children meet real bear species from around the world.

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Family

The series celebrates grandparents, grandchildren, cousins, and parents.

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Kindness

Teddy learns to understand and appreciate differences.

Bears around the world

Map showing bears around the world

From panda bears in China to spectacled bears in South America, sloth bears in India, sun bears in Borneo, and Russian brown bears in Russia, Teddy’s journeys introduce young readers to both geography and wildlife.

These books are a natural fit for families, grandparents, teachers, classrooms, homeschoolers, and libraries looking for heartwarming educational stories.

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Thank you for visiting and for supporting my grandfather's dream. We hope these books inspire children and families to read together, dream boldly, and embrace one another with open hearts.

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