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About Jan Berenstain
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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Blog postEarth Day is here, and the Berenstain Bears are ready to celebrate! The themes of eco-conservation, recycling, and “going green” have been a prominent part of the Berenstain Bears books, starting in the Berenstain Bears’ Science Fair published in 1977 (now a part of The Berenstain Bears Big Book of Science and Nature). In that story, Papa Bear highlights the importance of lessening our dependence on fossil fuels. After several books and two calendars, the Bear Family is still promoting taking2 months ago Read more
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Blog postYou may have passed down holiday traditions but have you thought about trying out some new ones this year? A lot has changed in the past year and a half and we encourage you to embrace the change and try a few fun Christmas activities inspired by the Berenstain Bears that could soon turn into beloved family favorites. Check out our list below!
Whether you sing around the neighborhood or have a singalong just as a family, Christmas carols are a great way to get into the holiday spirit! Hav7 months ago Read more -
Blog postSpooky Season is here an we have the perfect reading list to get your cubs ready for Halloween! The Bear family dresses up, face their fears, and have lots of fun in all of these classic Berenstain Bears stories. Happy Reading and Trick or Treat!
The Berenstain Bears Big Halloween Party It’s trick-or-treat season in Bear Country, and the whole neighborhood is getting together for the big Halloween party at the Bear family’s treehouse! There will be a big Halloween parade, ghoulish9 months ago Read more -
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Blog postThe Tokyo Olympics kick off today, and to celebrate we’ve pulled together a companion reading list full of the Bear family’s favorite summer Olympic sports! From I Can Read storybooks for early readers, to chapter books for the more advanced, we’ve got options for all ages. We hope you enjoy the games this summer, and hopefully a few books!
The Berenstain Bears We Love Soccer
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Blog postDuring the summers of his childhood, Mike Berenstain remembers the annual trips he would take with his family to his grandparent’s beach house in Brigantine, NJ. The Berenstains’ fondness for the beach comes up often in the bear books, and can even be seen in their early “All in the Family” cartoons published years prior to their children’s books.
A drawing by Stan Berenstain in the 1940’s of the 44th St. Pier in Brigantine NJ.Jan and Mike Berenstain at the Jersey Shore around 1954.Stan,1 year ago Read more -
Blog postThis Valentines Day more than ever is a great time to send some valentines in the mail! We’ve pulled together some special valentines that you can print out on your own, or save and send via e-mail! We recommend right clicking and saving before you do either. We hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!…Read more Valentines Day with The Berenstain Bears1 year ago Read more
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Blog postFamily time, lots of yummy food, giant pumpkins, what could be better? Here in Bear country we will be fitting as much Thanksgiving in as we can this November. So, to celebrate we have pulled together a reading list of our favorite Berenstain Bears Thanksgiving stories to get your family ready for the holiday. Enjoy, and we hope you have a very happy Thanksgiving!
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Blog postGrandparent’s Day is September 13, and to celebrate we’ve pulled together some of our favorite stories featuring the Berenstain Bears and their beloved Gramps & Gran! Check out some of our favorites below, and be sure to thank the grandparents in your life this month!
In The Berenstain Bears Bless Our Gramps and Gran, it’s almost Grandparents Day and the Bear family has never celebrated this special day before. So working as a team, the cubs, with a little help from Mama and Papa,2 years ago Read more -
Blog postAfter months at home you and your little ones may be itching for a new adventure. While travel is limited right now We’ve pulled some of our favorite stories that take readers on a journey, and make learning fun! Go with the Bear family under the sea, around the world, and even back in time with this end of summer reading list.
Happy Travels!
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Blog postMost of us will be celebrating Easter while social distancing at home this year. If you are at home with little ones we have a few suggestions on how to make the holiday at home feel just as special as it would with extended family or friends!
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Titles By Jan Berenstain
Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. Mama has noticed that Papa, Brother, and Sister have not been using their good manners, so now it’s up to her to help get back on track. Includes over 50 bonus stickers!
Join the Berenstain Bears in another exciting addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series!
It is time for Spring Cleaning and the Bears’ decide to have a yard sale. Mama Bear goes through the house gathering up all sorts of tattered things—but each tattered thing seems to be someone’s favorite tattered thing! Perhaps Spring Cleaning will just have to wait until next year.
Three brave little bears explore the inside of a mysterious old tree and go into, up, through, over, down, and out.
Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. When Mama goes to the market, Brother and Sister play soccer in the house . . . and end up breaking a lamp! When Mama asks them what happened, they tell her a series of whoppers that just get bigger and bigger. Will they ever tell her the truth?
Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning.
Join the Berenstain Bears as they host a sleepover for Brother, Sister, and friends in this fun-filled addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series!
When Brother and Sister have a sleepover, not much sleeping gets done. Mama and Papa try their best to keep everything under control, but will they ever get those cubs to bed?
The Berenstain Bears’ Sleepover is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and read full sentences.
When the Bear family goes to the seashore, Papa Bear finds a treasure map. Will it lead to gold, silver, or a special treasure from the sea?
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