"Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen tells the story of a troubled teen named Cole Matthews, who is sent to a remote Alaskan island for a year of restitution after committing a violent crime. There, he learns the importance of accountability and healing through the harsh wilderness and encounters with a mystical spirit bear. As he confronts his anger and past, Cole begins to understand the value of compassion and forgiveness, both for himself and others. His journey of self-discovery leads him to forge an unexpected connection with nature and the people in his life, ultimately transforming his identity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 248 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Teacher's Pet Publications .