About Tigers and Teddy Bears
Sometimes we feel fierce and strong. Sometimes we feel vulnerable and soft. And sometimes we feel a combination of both, all at once! There’s no one way to be. You can feel, play, think, live, and work in any way that feels right to you.
Tigers and Teddy Bears is a sweet, simple book that reminds readers not to let anyone put them in a metaphorical box. Maybe your child leads with their feelings, but is still thoughtful and snuggly. Maybe they’re gentle and sensitive, but they have big feelings, too. No matter who they are, they’ll find themselves in this book, and learn to spread open-mindedness and inclusivity.
We are all made up of multiple characteristics, and we all live our lives in different ways. It’s up to us to embrace those differences and learn to be friends with the tiger and the teddy bear within ourselves.
Meet The Author
Jenn Barrow is a devoted mom and first-time author with a passion for capturing the essence of family life in children’s literature. Inspired by her own children—one with the heart of a tiger and the other with the spirit of a teddy bear—Jenn created Tigers and Teddy Bears to celebrate the beautiful diversity of personalities and emotions in every child.
Her debut book is a reflection of the joys and contrasts she sees in her family, teaching young readers that it's wonderful to embrace both their fierce and gentle sides. Jenn hopes her stories inspire kids to love and accept their unique selves and each other.
Meet the Illustrator
Laura Paxton is the creative talent behind the enchanting illustrations in Tigers and Teddy Bears. Her whimsical artwork brings the book’s playful and heartfelt message to life, capturing the magic of embracing one's unique self. With a passion for vibrant and imaginative design, Laura’s illustrations aim to inspire and delight young readers on every page.