The Little Grizzly Who Walked Like a Boss

By Katmai Stories

Discover the wild wonders of Banff National Park through the eyes of a brave bear cub.

In The Little Grizzly Who Walked Like a Boss, children follow a curious young grizzly and his wise mother on a heartwarming journey through Canada’s majestic Rockies. From trains and barking dogs to mountain rams and turquoise lakes, the cub learns what it means to be brave, cautious, and confident in the wild. This is a great visual travel guide to Alberta's Banff National Park offering key tourist destinations.

This beautifully illustrated picture book blends real wildlife facts with a charming story, making it perfect for kids who love animals, nature, and outdoor adventure. Set in Alberta’s iconic locations like Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, and the Bow Valley, the book introduces young readers to grizzly bears, ecosystems, and national park safety.

Inspired by the real bear known as Boss (Bear 122), this story also encourages children to explore National Parks, wildlife webcams, and conservation tools making it a great resource for STEM nature education.

Features & Benefits:

• Story themes of bravery, curiosity, and family bonding
• Based on Banff’s famous grizzly bear, Boss
• Includes educational facts about wildlife and park safety
• Encourages wildlife observation through live cams
• Ideal for classroom reading, bedtime, and nature-loving families
• Supports STEM learning and environmental awareness
• Acts as a travel guide for kids showing most iconic destinations
• Hand-drawn watercolour illustrations of the Canadian Rockies
• Links to free activity sheets, colouring pages, and wildlife cams
• Thoughtful land acknowledgement honouring Indigenous Peoples
• Promotes emotional intelligence and respect for nature

Whether you're planning a trip to Banff or simply want to inspire a love for wildlife and the outdoors, this book is a meaningful gift for young explorers, educators, and families who care about nature and conservation.

Walk tall. Be curious. Explore the wild - just like Boss.

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