The Jenny and the Bear resource is a story which is part of a coordinated programme and aims to increase awareness about the effects of second hand smoke on children and what parents/carers can do to ensure their children are not exposed to its harmful effects.
The programme is aimed at Primary 1 classes and consists of a story being read to the class followed by a classroom activity to agree a name for the bear in the story, which is then entered into the competition to win a Teddy Bear mascot for their classroom. All children who take part in the programme will be given a booklet version of the story to take home.
The second hand smoke message also links with the Scottish Government national campaign. See NHS Inform: Danger of Second Hand Smoke for further information.
Programme Registration
Registration for the 2026/2027 programme is now open. If you have already registered you can now submit your “Name the teddy” form.
What’s next?
Classes who submit a registration form will be sent out a competition pack in January containing:
- A link to the Jenny and the Bear video
- Individual Jenny and the Bear booklets for pupils to take home
You will also be provided with a competition form for our ‘Name the teddy’ competition. Alternatively, you can enter the competition below.
Additional Resources
We have some fun Jenny & the bear activities for primary 1 children to take part in below.