Buddha Bear

21 Days of Adventure
Let's overcome dark forests and mighty rivers!
We'll make new friends everywhere!
Color with me along the way!
*Handmade, hardcover, & all natural.

*Now only $17 for a limited time!

Join me on my journey to enlightenment!

Color all my best Friends!

Who am I?

My name is Buddha Bear. Ever since I was a small bear, I dreamed of traveling the world. At first it was pretty scary traveling alone. Now I’m not afraid of anything! I’ve learned a lot so far. I try to be kind to everyone I meet on my adventures. If I get frustrated, I remember to breathe and stay calm. I am always grateful when I have food to eat, especially my favorite berries. And I always take time to appreciate nature, because that makes me feel so happy! Even though I’m still a little bear, my mind is pretty strong. Every day I’m learning how to become more content, compassionate, and in control of my thoughts. Because one day, I’m going to become enlightened! That’s why my name’s Buddha Bear!

The Creators

World-renowned illustrator, author, comic strip artist, and songwriter, Guy Gilchrist is best known as Jim Henson’s cartoonist. He was instrumental in the development of “Fraggle Rock” and the creation of “The Muppet Babies”. He has also set his hand to “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” “Looney Tunes,” “Tom & Jerry,” “The Pink Panther,” and many more. He has written and illustrated over 60 children’s books, three of which were awarded “Best Book Of The Year” by the United Nations International Reading Council. It’s no wonder that his work has been permanently enshrined in the National Smithsonian Institute.

His latest creation…Buddha Bear; the coloring book & children’s book series!

LEIF HARUM

FOUNDER OF BACKPACK BUDDHA

When I was 16 I ran away from home. Over the past 14 years I've continued to travel the world, exploring more than 80 countries, and immersing myself in different ways of life and faiths. I've come to see all people as siblings, connected beings. And I've dedicated my life to sharing my experiences with the hope of helping others.

ERICA DI LORETO

CO-AUTHOR

Erica is a freelance writer, an enthusiast of Buddhism, a valued member of the Backpack Buddha Team, and important contributor to the Buddha Bear series.

BACKPACK BUDDHA

PUBLISHING COMPANY

We’re a small company based in Nepal and the USA. From the very start in 2015, we decided we would base our entire business model on good karma.Our primary goal is to provide meditation tools, self guided journals, and other spiritually conscious products that truly help people.

Buddha Bear's Enlightenment Coloring Book is a 21 day course based on our popular self guided meditation journal, ”Everyday Enlightenment: Beginnings.” Although it is recommended for kids ages 5 to 12, this doesn’t mean teens and adults can’t enjoy it and benifit from it as well! It has been carefully created to foster positive emotional growth through concepts of compassion, gratitude and love. This is achieved through the daily theme, a question of self reflection, and most importantly, the adventures of Buddha Bear!

Your Donation

When you buy a hardcover copy of Buddha Bear’s Enlightenment Coloring Book, you also buy a much needed school grade notebook and pencil for an underprivileged student, grades 2-8, in the Kathmandu valley.
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About this Journal

Lokta Paper & Materials

Buddhist monks & scholars have utilized lokta bark paper for centuries as a medium to transcribe sacred texts as well as to record one's spiritual progress. It is insect & humidity resistant, which allows this unique paper to last for up to 1,500 years! In other words, your childeren will have this interactive coloring book for a very long time. More, this book is made entirely by hand using natural ink, flour based glue, and all eco-friendly materials. Read more...Why Is Nepali Lokta Paper So Special?

Support Nepal & an ancient art

This traditional paper is made by hand at 11,482 ft above sea level, in a village in the baglung district of Nepal with a history of making this special paper for over 2,000 years. As a result, your purchase directly supports the livelihoods of these remarkable craftsmen and women, and helps keeps this ancient art alive!
Not only that but with every book you purchase we'll donate one pencil and a notebook to an elementary student in Kathmandu!

Sherpa Shipping

Buddha Bear's Enlightenment Coloring Book is currently available for $14.95. Once you place your order, you will be given a UPS tracking number. It will then take between 2-4 business days for delivery. Contact us at Sherpas@BackpackBuddha.com for any assistance.

100% wheel of Karma guarantee

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your coloring book, we are happy to provide an exchange, or a full refund. Contact us first at, Sherpas@BackpackBuddha.com

A Backpack Buddha Production

Jenine S.

What a gorgeous, interactive coloring book! The traditional paper is a treasure and the illustrations are so enticing. It's almost too precious to color ;-)

Monti T.

Thank you for this great product! I really love Buddha Bear, and this has been so nicely put together! I also love the videos I found of how the books are actually made! Thank you so much!

Michiye M.

The coloring book is fun to use in our children's Buddhism classes. It also provides children to think for themselves and have joint discussion as well. It also provides a creative outlet.

Judith S.

The coloring book and cute little Buddha bear were more than I expected. The bear is as cute as pictured and permeates joy.The coloring book is well done ,the paper is wonderful to the touch. The questions asked on the coloring pages are actually good for any age. I bought the bear and book for my 10-year-old niece & She was delighted.

Gerard K.

Love this little book. Pleasantly surprised that is was hard cover, a real plus. The paper choice certainly brings it to another level of very high quality'. The wording, as you know, requires an adult to sit with the child and explain the verbiage; just a terrific idea to get the parents/caregiver involved on a cerebral & spiritual level. Cudos and thanks, Please see my detail and plans for both of these items in my review of the 'Bear' Thanks, Jerry

Terri K.

It was also a gift for my daughter and She loved it!

David J.

I love that the book is all recycled materials and that it has great messages incorporated throughout the book. A must for anyone who needs to take a break and be creative adding a little color to their day!

Melanie T.

Have read to the kids and keep up for future

Kathy Z.

I originally wanted to order the bears because I thought they were adorable. Once at the website, I noticed you also had coloring books ( two of the bears I ordered were for 4 year olds), I added the coloring books to my order as well. I am absolutely in love with all of it!!! The coloring books are hard cover, adorable, and amazingly put together!! I couldn't have been happier with my purchase!!! Thank you!

Terri L.

I really love the material the pages are made of. The story with questions as well as coloring pages is great. My granddaughter has a lot of anxieties so I thought this would help me to help her in a fun way. Coloring and getting a conversation going is genius!

Julia C.

The coloring book is awesome, however the earrings that I purchased previously have come apart and some of the beads have been lost, making them unwearable.

kimberly d.

Very nice

Connie F.

I love everything about this book, the drawings, just everything. The children and adults not only can color, but they also get to express themselves about their feelings .

Kim M.

Before I sent it to my granddaughter I read it. It is full of wonderful messages of he heart and helps us to get to know our children better. The questions that the kids answer are well thought out and will surely deepen our connection with the child we share it with.

Laura S.

Cute

Lorraine M.

My Grandson loves it

phyllis p.

enjoyed the story great pictures.

Carroll K.

What a great experience. So good to explore how we FEEL as individuals.

Michael M.

Great move! Wish my kids had this 30 years ago. Can’t wait for 2nd edition!

Victoria L.

I love the book. Great for Norwegian children to learn english. But I also want it to be in Norwegian, do that younger children can read it as well.