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Bookmark or Share- Story of Smokey | Smokey BearSmokey cub sitting on a Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser. In 1952, Steve Nelson and Jack Rollins wrote the popular anthem that would launch a continuous debate about Smokey’s name. To maintain the rhythm of the song, they added “the” between “Smokey” and “Bear.”
- Elementary Resources - Smokey BearThe Educator’s Guide, Activity Book, and Video comprise the complete set of Smokey Bear & Friends classroom materials. Complete K-2 Educator’s Guide. Includes Dot-to-Dot Poster and Partner Certificate. Color PDF (8 pages) | B&W PDF (8 pages) Smokey Bear Activity Book. Includes Smokey’s Story and Stick Puppets/Stage.
- Reading Challenge - Smokey BearPrintable challenge paper log, posters, bookmarks, sticker/button templates, completion certificates, coloring sheets, “Pin the Hat on Smokey” game, Smokey’s Reading List, and printable prizes. Graphics and images for online platforms, social media, monitors, and websites.
- About the Campaign - Smokey BearCreated in 1944, the Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention campaign is the longest-running public service advertising campaign in U.S. history, educating generations of Americans about their role in preventing wildfires.
- About Smokey | Smokey BearSmokey Bear was born on August 9, 1944, when the USDA Forest Service and the Ad Council agreed that a fictional bear named Smokey would be their symbol for forest fire prevention. Artist Albert Staehle was asked to paint the first poster of Smokey Bear.
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