Hear from our community
At Bearing Up, we're dedicated to fostering emotional well-being and supporting children's mental health through our engaging picture book and project. It brings us immense joy to hear how our work resonates with families, educators, and professionals across Scotland and the wider United Kingdom. Read on to see what incredible things people are saying about the 'Bearing Up' book and its positive impact on self-regulation and emotional development.
"Great story for all ages and the limited edition bear with his handy back pack is absolutely fantastic. The story is designed to help self regulate emotions. My class loved following bear on his journey. It fits so well with decider skills and the resources the author has put together for class use are superb. Thank you this has filled a hole in my HWB lessons. The book is well written and could be used in any stage of the primary school."
A Teacher
"A beautifully illustrated picture book, Bearing Up introduces the complexity of human emotion in a warm, endearing and accessible way."
A Parent and Educational Professional
"This book is truly inspiring, my kids love it and we have the limited edition bears too which are beautiful. A story so close to a lot of people’s feelings and emotions and so wonderfully written. Turning each page was just beautiful and the illustrations bringing everything to life. AMAZING! I am so glad I bought this amazing book as it can be used throughout the school."
A Parent
"A beautifully written, inspiring book that can be used throughout the school – truly for all stages and ages."
Voices from our Bearing Up community