The ultimate early childhood educator’s resource – in one adorable pack
The Aware Bear Celebration pack has everything you need to make learning fun and meaningful year after year.
Every Aware Bear Celebration pack comes with:
- The Aware Bear teddy
- 16 tummy patches (15 special days plus an everyday AB belly patch)
- 15 delightful children’s books you can use year after year to support learning, complete with discussion starters to promote deeper engagement
- Teaching notes for each book to outline how each story aligns to EYLF and MTOP learning frameworks
- A downloadable digital image for each day, so you can easily share the meaningful moment and lesson on social media or with parents
- Packaged in a durable keepsake box that keeps everything together for easy storage and reuse
Meet Aware Bear!
Let Aware Bear be your trusty sidekick during lesson times by letting children place the ‘special day patch’ on his belly as they learn about the day.
- No small parts and choking hazards
- Eyes and nose are made of felt – even better for snuggling (and safety)!
15 delightful storybooks included
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day
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Want to hop like a kangaroo? Aware Bear and Eddy are celebrating National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day with fun and games! What exciting traditions will they explore, and why is it important to share them? What is Jillora? Join Aware Bear and Eddy as they discover the richness of Indigenous culture.
Australia Day
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Ready to celebrate Australia? Aware Bear is! But what are we celebrating? What makes Australia a great place to live? Join Aware Bear as he asks his friends what they love about Australia, and discover the beauty of its heritage, the joy of its diversity and the warmth of its people!
Anzac Day
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Aware Bear is curious about Anzac Day! Why is this day so important to Australians? Join him as he explores the traditions, from quiet moments of reflection to proud marches. Will he discover all the ways to remember, and show gratitude for our freedom? It’s a journey of understanding, learning and respect.
Book Week
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What makes a book come alive? Aware Bear is celebrating Book Week and is on a mission to find out! What are authors and illustrators, and how do they work together to create the stories we love? Join Aware Bear as he celebrates the joy of books and the magic of reading.
Diwali
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Diwali lights are twinkling, but what’s the celebration all about? Join Aware Bear as he discovers the magic of Diwali with his friend, Eesha! From colourful Rangoli patterns to delicious sweets, can Aware Bear keep up with all the fun? It’s a sparkling adventure filled with light, laughter, and the joy of sharing!
Earth Day
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Earth Day is here, let’s cheer! Aware Bear is on a mission to make our planet sparkle. From picking up litter to planting tiny trees, can Aware Bear and his friends discover the little things that make a BIG difference? It’s an eco-adventure packed with fun, rhymes, and bright ideas to celebrate Earth every day!
Easter
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Can you hear those bunny hops? Aware Bear is excited – it’s Easter! What surprises are in store for him? Will he find chocolate eggs? What fun will he have with his friends? Join the egg-citement as Aware Bear searches for colourful eggs, parades in his Easter hat, and celebrates new beginnings. Get ready for an Easter adventure.
Harmony Week
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What makes Australia so special? The people! This Harmony Week, Aware Bear is celebrating Australia’s diversity, discovering his friends’ unique features, and showing us how to celebrate our differences. Join Aware Bear as he discovers that kindness and understanding are the keys to harmony!
Lunar New Year
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Have you ever celebrated Lunar New Year? Aware Bear is about to! He’s joining Fulu for a vibrant celebration packed with fun. What will he see? What will he hear? What will he taste? Get ready to experience the excitement of Lunar New Year with Aware Bear!
World Mental Health Day
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Hold on tight, it’s a feelings rollercoaster! Ready to explore a world of emotions? Aware Bear is! It’s World Mental Health Day, and Aware Bear has lots of questions. What does mental health mean? Why do we feel so many things? Join Aware Bear as he discovers it is okay to have lots of feelings, and that sharing them is a great way to stay healthy and happy!
NAIDOC Week
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What secrets lie hidden in the night sky? Aware Bear and Eddy are celebrating NAIDOC Week and gazing up at the stars! Join them as they discover the wonders of Dreamtime stories. They listen to the tale of the Emu in the Sky. They explore the beauty and wisdom of Indigenous traditions. It is a journey into the heart of the world’s oldest living culture!
World Oceans Day
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X marks the spot… but what’s this? Aware Bear and his pirate pals are hunting for treasure on World Oceans Day, but they’ve stumbled upon a bigger adventure! Can they clean up the mess and save their sea creature friends before it’s too late? It’s a splash-tastic tale of friendship, fun, and ocean rescue!
Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr
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What makes Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr so special? Aware Bear is joining his friend, Hamza, to find out! What is it like to fast? How do people show kindness during this time? Join Aware Bear as he experiences the traditions of Ramadan and Eid, and discovers the joy of celebrating with his friends and family.
National Reconciliation Week
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How can we build a better future together? Aware Bear and Eddy are on a journey of understanding and friendship this National Reconciliation Week! What does reconciliation mean? How can we show kindness and work together? Join Aware Bear and Eddy as they discover the importance of healing and creating a brighter future for everyone in Australia.
National Recycling Week
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The rubbish truck is coming, but what happens next? Join Aware Bear as he sorts through the rubbish and discovers the amazing world of recycling! Can Aware Bear and his friends learn how to make a difference by reducing, reusing, and recycling? It’s an exciting adventure to help keep our planet clean and healthy.
Comprehensive teaching resources
The Aware Bear series is a valuable tool for educators to seamlessly integrate curriculum-aligned cultural learning into busy schedules.
Even better? Every pack comes with teaching notes for each book to explain how it aligns with the frameworks’ principles, practices and learning outcomes.
Use these notes to provide high-quality learning experiences that will enable children to develop a strong sense of identity, connect with their world, cultivate wellbeing, become confident learners and enhance their communication skills.