Norbert’s Little Lessons for a Big Life 2020 Calendar

Spend the year with Norbert, the Internet's cutest and most popular therapy dog who brings smiles and encouragement to people of all ages. This three-pound philanthropist and social media influencer proves that you don't need to be big to make a big difference in the world.

Norbert's Little Lessons for a Big Life2020 Wall Calendar features thirteen adorable photos of Norbert that are sure to make you smile and say, "aww." Each color photo has an encouraging thought about friendship, individuality, love, and kindness. The monthly grids provide plenty of room to add reminders and special occasions. This calendar runs January through December 2020 with a bonus spread for September through December 2019.

The mother-daughter duo of Julie Steines and Virginia Freyermuth have written, illustrated, and published several award-winning Norbert children’s books. Norbert and Julie are a registered therapy animal team with the Pet Partners organization and have spent many hours volunteering at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles as well as area schools, nursing homes, and shelters to bring comfort and smiles to people of all ages.

Mark Steines, an Emmy Award-winning journalist and former host of the Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family andEntertainment Tonight, photographed Norbert for the book, Norbert’s Little Lessons for a Big Life. Mark’s work includes his photo book See the Light: A Passage to Sierra Leone, which documents a medical mission trip to raise awareness for fresh water in impoverished countries, and Bootcampaign.org, a nonprofit organization that promotes patriotism and provides assistance to U.S. military personnel and their families.