Becky Swartzbaugh
2024
Becky Swartzbaugh began exploring the idea of writing a story about a little bear after many years of sewing teddy bears. Clare’s name was derived from her Mother’s name, Clara, and the German translation for Swarzbaugh, which is Black Forest. She lives in New Philadelphia, Ohio, and her beloved cat is named Teddy. As the Clare Bear series continues, may you enjoy reading Clare’s stories as much as Becky has enjoyed writing them for you.
Clare Bear
Clare Bear is the beginning tale about a little bear and how she enjoys living in the Black Forest with her family and friends. It tells an adventure of how the little band of friends share a day of fun together in the woods until it gets too late and the shadows come out. That's when things get a little scary and Clare remembers her Mama’s warning and trusts what her Papa taught her so she can comfort her friends and do what she promised her Mama. This story shows respect for others, loyalty to friendships, comfort for the fear of the unknown, obedience to follow and trust the guidance and instructions from adults.
Claire Bear and the Mystery Cave
Enjoy this second tale with Clare Bear, J.T., and their friends as they share fun and excitement in a winter adventure together and as Clare learns to listen and follow what her Mama and Papa have taught her.
A charming story to be told and retold. Can you find Charlie the red bird throughout the story?
Clare Bear and the Magical Tree
Enjoy this third tale with Clare Bear, J.T., and their new friends as they learn that anything is possible if you believe…even if you get lost in the woods.
A charming story to be told and retold.
Can you find Charlie the red bird throughout the story?