The Berenstain Bears Celebrate Fall (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story)
Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story Series
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What’s inside...
Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear can feel autumn in the air, and Mama and Papa plan plenty of family-time activities to enjoy God’s colorful season. From raking crunchy leaves to attending the annual harvest festival at Chapel in the Woods, the Bear family discovers practical ways to show gratitude for God’s blessings. Along the way, they learn to thank God for nature’s beauty, share their harvest with neighbors, and remember that change—like the turning of the leaves—can be joyful when faith is at the center.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-4
Length
14 pages
Character compass
Brother Bear
Honey Bear
Sister Bear
Mama Bear
Papa Bear
Discussion points
What was your favorite fall activity the Bears did?
How did the cubs show gratitude throughout the story?
Why is sharing their pumpkin bread important to the Bears?
How can we take care of God’s creation like the Bears did?
Tip: Role play these questions
After reading, plan a small family service project—raking for a neighbor or donating food—to connect story to action.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Practicing Gratitude
Explanation: The cubs thank God for leaves, pumpkins, and friends.
Real-World Application: Start a nightly gratitude list with your child.
Example Lesson: Helping Others
Explanation: Delivering pumpkin bread to a neighbor shows kindness.
Real-World Application: Bake or craft something to share with someone in need.
Example Lesson: Caring for the Environment
Explanation: Raking and composting leaves models stewardship.
Real-World Application: Teach children to recycle or plant a tree.