Purchase the children's book: Ballad of the Wild Bear from Alaska Geographic

Ballad of the Wild Bear is based on true-life events in Talkeetna and adapted from an old folk tune.This award winning children's book includes a music CD with original music and read-a-long versions for children. Received top media awards in 2005 from the Association of Partners of Public Lands and the National Association for Interpretation.

Teachers! There is also a FREE Teaching Guide for Ballad of the Wild Bear available (PDF file).