
The Tale of Aster, the Loyal Bear
by Charis Papalas
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Pub Date Jun 12 2025 | Archive Date Jun 16 2025
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Description
Set in the mystical Crooked Forest of Poland, The Tale of Aster, the Loyal Bear follows a gentle bear cub named Aster as she discovers the power of kindness, bravery, and friendship. When a small rabbit is threatened by a group of foxes, Aster steps in without hesitation—earning a new friend and finding herself in the middle of a much larger forest threat. Will her loyalty and heart be enough to unite the animals and protect their home?
Part of the beloved Zodiac Tales series, this sixth instalment celebrates the quiet strength and steady kindness of Virgo children through a beautifully illustrated and emotionally uplifting adventure.
KEY THEMES & MESSAGES
• Kindness and community support
• Loyalty, helpfulness, and emotional maturity
• Celebrating quiet leadership and thoughtful problem-solving
• Virgo personality traits shown through narrative
• SEL-friendly (Social Emotional Learning)
Available Editions
ISBN | 9781806211005 |
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Featured Reviews

The Tale of Aster, the Loyal Bear is a cozy, heart-hugging adventure that proves gentle doesn’t mean weak—Aster had me cheering, sniffling, and wanting to hug every forest critter in sight!

The Tale of Aster, the Loyal Bear is a sweet and meaningful story about a brave little bear who stands up for kindness, even when the odds seem stacked against her. I loved how the Crooked Forest came alive with beautiful illustrations and how Aster’s quiet strength showed that being thoughtful and helpful is its own kind of superpower. It’s the kind of book that gently opens conversations about empathy and courage, which made it a joy to read with my niece.

Okay, Aster totally stole my heart. This little bear isn’t loud or flashy, but she’s fierce in the best way—saving bunnies, standing up to foxes, and spreading kindness like forest confetti. The story is super cute, the art is magical, and by the end I wanted to hug every animal in that enchanted forest. If your kiddo loves heartwarming heroes, this one’s a keeper. 🐾🌲💚
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