The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule

“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 *

Stan and Jan Berenstain introduced the first Berenstain Bear books in 1962. Mike Berenstain grew up watching his parents, Stan and Jan, working together to write and draw these lovable bears. Eventually he started drawing and writing about them too. Mike is married to Andrea and they have three children. They live in Pennsylvania, in an area that looks a lot like Bear Country.