Meet our most famous and beloved teddy bear Bartholomew Bear as a youngster! His fur is still growing in a lighter shade, but his adorable nose and twinkling eyes are already unmistakable.

Bartholomew Bear Junior loves dressing up and dancing. In his room, you’ll find a big dress-up box filled with outfits and costumes, all made by his artistic cousin, Leola Bear. With a father who’s a professional musician, it’s no surprise that Bartholomew has a natural love for music and performing.

He can be a little shy at first, so a gentle and kind approach goes a long way. Encourage him to keep up good habits like brushing his fur and teeth, and to continue practicing his reading.

(And no—he’s definitely not allowed too much screen time!)