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The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving: The True Meaning of Christmas (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story) Kindle Edition

by Jan Berenstain (Author), Mike Berenstain (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Join Brother and Sister Bear at the Christmas Eve pageant as they witness the very first Christmas, and make an important discovery about giving and receiving, a valuable lesson at Christmas and year around. Young readers will learn the true meaning of Christmas in this addition to The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series.

The Berenstain Bears explore the value of generosity and gratitude in The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving. Children will discover ways to implement traditional values and share God’s goodness in Zonderkidz The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series of books with over 13 million copies sold.

The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving:

  • Sparks conversations about the joy of giving to others?
  • Encourages age appropriate discussions about sharing and developing an attitude of gratitude?
  • Perfect for back-to-school reading, summer reading, birthday gifts, and holiday?gift-giving
  • Perfect for early reader ages 4-8, reading out loud at home or in a classroom

The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series:

  • Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family
  • Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain
  • Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 unique books published and nearly 300 million books sold to date?

Look for additional inspirational children’s picture books in The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series.

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    2 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  6. Publisher
    Zonderkidz
  7. Publication date
    May 17, 2016
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See the other Berenstain Bears Christmas books! Young readers will love reading about the angel Gabriel’s announcement to Mary and the visit from the three wise men to meet baby Jesus. Children will learn about the role angels had in the Christmas story in this delightful story. Join the Bear family going Christmas caroling on Christmas Eve in Bear Country with their friends, and learn more about Christmas traditions and lyrics! The Berenstain Bears come to life this holiday season with puzzles, activity pages, coloring pages, and more than 50 reusable sticker in this activity book that will provide hours and hours of fun.

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In The Berenstain Bears and The Joy of Giving Brother and Sister Bear can't wait for Christmas and all the presents they'll open. But during the Christmas pageant something special happens! The Bear cubs learn a very valuable lesson about the joy of giving to others.

About the Author

Stan and Jan Berenstain introduced the first Berenstain Bears books in 1962. Mike Berenstain grew up watching his parents work together to write about and draw these lovable bears. Eventually he started drawing and writing about them too. Though Stan died in 2005 and Jan in 2012, Mike continues to create the delightful Bear adventures from his studio in Pennsylvania, in an area that looks much like the sunny dirt road deep in Bear Country.



Stan and Jan Berenstain introduced the first Berenstain Bears books in 1962. Mike Berenstain grew up watching his parents work together to write about and draw these lovable bears. Eventually he started drawing and writing about them too. Though Stan died in 2005 and Jan in 2012, Mike continues to create the delightful Bear adventures from his studio in Pennsylvania, in an area that looks much like the sunny dirt road deep in Bear Country.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07B1DTY51
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Zonderkidz (May 17, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 17, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 12251 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Up to 5 simultaneous devices, per publisher limits
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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    Stan and Jan Berenstain introduced the first Berenstain Bear books in 1962 and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Berenstain Bears during 2012! Mike Berenstain grew up watching his parents work together to write about and draw these lovable bears. Eventually he started drawing and writing about them too. Though Stan died in 2005 and Jan in 2012, Mike continues to create the delightful Bear adventures from his studio in Pennsylvania.

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    The Berenstain Bears celebrated their 50th Anniversary in 2012.

    Stan and Jan Berenstain were already successful cartoonists for magazines and adult humor books when they began writing children's books. The first story starring the bear family, The Big Honey Hunt, appeared in 1962. Since then, more than 370 Berenstain Bears books have been published, and more than 300 million copies have been sold. What began as an idea sparked by their young sons' love of reading has become over the years arguably the best-selling children's book series ever.

    Since their inception, the Berenstain Bears stories have expanded to include picture books, beginning readers, and chapter books--even a hit TV show on PBS. Writing and illustrating the books has become a Berenstain family affair. Mike joined with his parents as a creative team in the late 1980s. The Bear family has expanded over the years as well. Sister Bear arrived in 1974, and baby Honey joined the family in 2000.

    Though Stan died in 2005 and Jan in 2012, Mike continues to create the delightful Berenstain Bear adventures from his studio in Pennsylvania.

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Great story and message. I’m just a tad bit annoyed at the distraction of a spelling error in a published book. Also, a character’s name is different on two separate pages. Is it Sammy Bruno or Sammy Bruin?
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5.0 out of 5 stars So Refreshing!!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2020
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There is nothing wrong with Santa Claus-a jolly and magical old man who spends his entire year working to make children happy with no though of receiving anything in return, aside from a few stale cookies and luke warm milk ;). But as a Christian mother I sometimes feel that the holiday would be more aptly named Santa-mas. There is a frustrating lack of Christ in modern Christmas media. This book is the exception! It is a beautiful, simple, and engaging retelling of the first Christmas in Bethlehem. I even got a little teary as I read it to my 5 year old. Merry Christmas!
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Jeela
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the price
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2024
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My child loves these books and I love the price! Since he keeps asking for more, this was the perfect choice for bed time reading in the days leading up to Christmas. Brother and Sister learn that Christmas is not just about receiving gifts but about giving AND the birth of baby Jesus.....exactly what I wanted to teach my child.
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Cailin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2024
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The bernstain bears are very nostalgic for me so when I saw this book for a great price I needed it. The book arrived in good condition. The pages are a glossy material which I like. Very happy with my purchase.
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Courtney
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
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You can’t go wrong with a Brienstein bears book! Just buy it!
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Kendra
5.0 out of 5 stars Berenstain Bears 🐻 great book
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
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My son loves ❤️ the Berenstain Bears 🐻 this is a great book. 👍
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4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet story
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2014
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I wasn't sure quite what to expect upon reading some of the reviews for this book, but since we love the Berenstain Bears, I went ahead and ordered it. I thought that the story was very sweet and simple for children. Brother & Sister are both behaving selfishly in the beginning of the book and realize why we truly celebrate Christmas and exchange gifts. they decide that they want to donate the money they have left over to others.
I actually think it's somewhat amusing that reviewers would criticize this book by saying that this has an underlying Christian message as though it would be a bad thing. This is a book about CHRISTMAS, a holiday celebrated by Christians so if you celebrate the holiday (& the birth of Christ) you wouldn't find it offensive. If you teach in a public school, you may not want to read this to the class. Also, the reviewers should consider that it is part of the Living Lights collection of Berenstain Bear books which tend to promote biblical themes.
We enjoyed the book & read it several times.
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Janeymae
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2023
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VJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Quality book
Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2023
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Definitely will be buying more.
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Andressa
5.0 out of 5 stars Recomendo
Reviewed in Brazil on October 13, 2023
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É uma história linda de natal e família, amei.
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Vpmatt
4.0 out of 5 stars Christian themed book - but this didn't put me off
Reviewed in Germany on December 24, 2020
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Didn't realise this was a Christian themed book and there are a couple of cheesy moments (eg: spontaneous tears in the bear cubs when they realise what Christmas is all about) but the basic message of giving is good and as always the story is well written.
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Reviewed in India on December 2, 2018
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Must read book for kids & elders too
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bernstein Bears Christmas Book
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Great Christmas gift for the little kids on your Christmas list. Bernstein Bears always teach a great lesson as well. Nothing better than instilling the joy of reading at a young age. Great price too!
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