These Three Things: Featuring Benny the Bear
About this ebook
Deep in the heart of the forest, where ancient trees whisper secrets on the breeze, a remarkable discovery awaits. When Benny the Bear finds a mysterious parchment tucked beneath a moss-covered stone by the riverside, he unknowingly stumbles upon three simple yet powerful secrets that will transform not just his life, but the lives of his entire community.
Benny, a gentle soul with curious eyes and honey-stained paws, had always felt there was something missing in his daily routine. As he unfolds the weathered message, his heart quickens with excitement. The parchment reveals three fundamental principles: "Nourish your body with nature's rainbow," "Rest like the setting sun," and "Grow thoughts as beautiful as wildflowers."
Through Benny's heartwarming journey, young readers follow along as he experiments with colorful berries and fresh forest greens instead of his usual diet of whatever he can find. They watch as he creates a cozy bedtime ritual, complete with starlight stories and gentle stretches. Most importantly, they see how Benny learns to plant seeds of kindness in his mind, watching them bloom into confidence and joy.
As Benny implements these three fundamental principles, children witness the inspiring ripple effect of positive change. His mother notices his brighter smile and renewed energy. His little sister starts mimicking his mindful eating habits. Even grumpy old Mr. Badger becomes curious about Benny's new approach to life. Soon, the entire woodland community begins sharing meals together, creating peaceful bedtime routines, and supporting each other's growth.
This enchanting tale weaves together vital wellness concepts into an accessible story that empowers children to take charge of their own happiness. With its gentle wisdom and practical insights, "These Three Things" offers families a shared vocabulary for discussing wellness and a blueprint for creating lasting positive habits together.
Perfect for parents seeking to introduce their children to the foundations of physical and emotional well-being, this book transforms complex concepts into simple, actionable steps that young readers can understand and embrace. Through Benny's adventures, children learn that true happiness often begins with three simple things: mindful choices, restful rhythms, and nurturing thoughts.
About the author
Scott Andrews is a Texas-based musician turned author whose creative journey has taken him from the suburbs of Houston to the stages of Texas and beyond. After studying foreign languages at the University of Houston, Andrews established himself as a fixture in Austin's vibrant music scene, touring nationally and eventually catching the attention of a London record label.
A renaissance man at heart, Andrews is not only a musician and writer but also an innovative entrepreneur. He holds two patents—one in the boating industry and another in outdoor shooting sports—and operates several successful businesses across Texas.
His path to writing "These Three Things" emerged from years of intensive study in nutrition and psychology. Through this research, Andrews developed a transformative three-step approach to wellness that focuses on nutrition, sleep habits, and positive thinking—a framework that he believes can help anyone reshape their mental and emotional reality.
Though Andrews has been writing music and lyrics since his teenage years and has several literary works in progress, "These Three Things" marks his debut in children's literature. By translating his wellness philosophy into a format accessible to young readers, he aims to plant the seeds of positive change in families worldwide.
