Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule - by Mike Berenstain (Paperback)

About the Book

When Sister Bear receives a locket for her birthday with the Golden Rule inscribed on it, she wonders what the verse means. And although Mama Bear explains it, it isn't until she befriends a lonely newcomer at school that she understands what the rule looks like in action.

Book Synopsis

As a child, how did you learn about the Golden Rule? Young readers will learn the importance of treating others as they want to be treated in this addition to the Living Lights(TM) series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will discover choosing to be kind may not always be the easy choice. But it is always the right one.

The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule--part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights(TM) series of books--is perfect for:

• Early readers, ages 4-8
• Reading out loud at home or in a classroom
• Small group discussions and lessons highlighting Matthew 7:12: Do to others what you would have them do to you.
• Encouraging important conversations about right and wrong

The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule:

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

From the Back Cover

The Berenstain Bear series helps children learn how God wants them to live every day. When the Bear family practices going to church, praying, and being kind, plus remembering how much God loves them, their lives are much more joyful. Should Sister Bear ignore the new girl at school just because her friends do? The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule shows children how choosing to be kind may not always be the easy choice. But it is always the right one.

Review Quotes

"A classic in children's literature for nearly half a century, The Berenstain Bears are back with four all-new books that teach children how God wants them to live. These picture books focus on doing the right thing, saying prayers and going to Sunday school-all through the silly antics and delightful humor of the bear family."--Focus on the Family Clubhouse Jr

"Fans of the series will feel right at home with the familiar story structure and cheery illustrations."--Kirkus Reviews

"Kids ages 4 to 7 will love these."--Homelife

"Michael's enthusiasm about his work is contagious. He is not only committed to creating sound, edifying instructional literature for young children, but he is energized by his continuing opportunity to challenge children and their parents to think seriously about significant life issues and practices such as giving thanks, loving near-and-far neighbors, applying the rules of good sportsmanship and nurturing relationships with each other and with God."--Homecoming

"Preschoolers will love exploring classic Bear Country with the familiar Berenstain Bears in their newly released faith-based series"--Children's Ministry

"The Berenstain Bears and The Golden Rule does a wonderful job of presenting a very basic rule of good behavior to young children in terms they are able to understand... The Berenstain authors have certainly continued the beautifully written and enjoyable books children have grown to love for many, many years.... For those previously acquainted with these wonderful stories, a faith-based series is a welcome edition. If you are finding Berenstain books for the first time, you will be pleased to begin with Godly rules of character as you get acquainted with the Bear family in their beautiful tree house in Bear Country."---The Old Schoolhouse Magazine