Books like The Berenstain Bears and Mama's New Job (First Time Books(R))
Award winning
The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble at School
Jan Berenstain, Stan, Stan and Jan Berenstain Berenstain, 1987
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights importance of honesty and responsibility.
Engages kids with relatable school-based scenarios.
Encourages open family discussions about school issues.
Improves reading through engaging storytelling.

The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble at School
Jan Berenstain, Stan, Stan and Jan Berenstain Berenstain, 1987
The Berenstain Bears on the Moon
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, 2025
48 pages
Why to read
Easy text grows early reading skills.
Fun space facts spark curiosity.
Beloved characters ensure engagement.
Encourages dreaming big.

The Berenstain Bears on the Moon
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, 2025
The Berenstain Bears God Shows the Way
Stan Berenstain, 2014
Why to read
Instills good values and morals
Encourages faith and kindness
Fun and engaging stories for young readers
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading

The Berenstain Bears God Shows the Way
Stan Berenstain, 2014
Award winning
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of relationships and emotional resilience.
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and compassion in readers.
Explores themes of healing and cooperation effectively.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading sessions.

Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
Award winning
What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and community kindness.
Encourages gratitude and generosity in children.
Illustrates the joy of giving selflessly.
Rich, heartwarming narrative with beautiful illustrations.

What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
Award winning
The Longest Strongest Thread
Inbal Leitner, 2020
29 pages
Why to read
Illustrates deep family connections across distances.
Enhances understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Encourages emotional resilience and adaptability.
Stimulates discussions on family and love.

The Longest Strongest Thread
Inbal Leitner, 2020
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
351 pages
Why to read
Engages with themes of community and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Explores complexities of friendship and family dynamics.
Offers heartwarming, adventurous narrative for young minds.

The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
Show Way
Jacqueline Woodson, 2005
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through historical and personal journey.
Enhances understanding of heritage and familial ties.
Encourages empowerment through crafting and storytelling.
Fosters emotional connection to past generations.

