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The Berenstain Bears Go to School (First Time Books) Paperback – Picture Book, July 12, 1978

by Stan Berenstain (Author), Jan Berenstain (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars 1,550 ratings
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Get ready to go back to school with the Berenstain Bears! This story is a perfect way to teach children about how much fun school can truly be--with over 50 bonus stickers!

Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic storybook from Stan and Jan Berenstain. All the cubs in Bear Country are ready for the new school year . . . except for Sister Bear. She is about to start kindergarten, but can't stop worrying about what it will be like. Will her teacher be nice? Will she make friends? What will she do all day in class? 

A great read-aloud to cure first-day-jitters in or out of the classroom, the 50 bonus stickers included make a perfect school-time reward!
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    First Time Books(R)
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  6. Lexile measure
    520L
  7. Dimensions
    8 x 0.11 x 8 inches
  8. Publisher
    Random House Books for Young Readers
  9. Publication date
    July 12, 1978
  10. ISBN-10
    0394837363
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0394837369
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"May help ease those 'first day' fears."--School Library Journal.

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Illus. in full color. A sympathetic story about Sister Bear, who conquers her fear of starting kindergarten.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (July 12, 1978)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0394837363
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0394837369
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 520L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.49 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.11 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 1,550 ratings

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    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 Bear adventures from his studio in Pennsylvania.

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    Stan and Jan Berenstain introduced the first Berenstain Bear books in 1962 and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Berenstain Bears during 2012! Mike Berenstain grew up watching his parents work together to write about and draw these lovable bears. Eventually he started drawing and writing about them too. Though Stan died in 2005 and Jan in 2012, Mike continues to create the delightful Bear adventures from his studio in Pennsylvania.

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    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.

    www.berenstainbears.com

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Customers find this children's book helpful in preparing little ones for school, with one noting it's particularly good for preschoolers. They describe it as a timeless classic that's fun to read aloud, and one customer mentions its relatable plot and storyline. Customers appreciate the heartwarming message, with one noting how it allows children to explore their emotions.

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26 customers mention "Teaching skills"26 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate how the book helps children prepare for school, teaching valuable life lessons and easing them into new experiences.

"This is a great book to help calm the fears of young ones who are anxious about going to preschool or school...." Read more

"...The Berestain Bear Books teach children how to grow-up and be respectful, responsible adults. Obviously parenting is a difficult, yet rewarding task...." Read more

"...This book I feel is good prep for nursery school/pre-k. Our 3.5 year old loves it and it helped her prepare for her first week of school." Read more

"...maybe not too accurate for kindergarten anymore, but it was good for starting preschool." Read more

9 customers mention "Classic book"9 positive0 negative

Customers love this classic book, describing it as a timeless tale featuring the beloved Berenstain Bears characters.

"...This classic book never goes out of style. Timeless classic. Kids love Berenstain Bears!" Read more

"...A timeless book that helps young children get a sense of what to expect when adjusting to a new classroom. We are huge Bernstein Bears fans!" Read more

"...We read it four times in one night- Stan and Jan are a classic duo." Read more

"...Just as much fun to read aloud as always. Classic." Read more

8 customers mention "Fun to read"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book fun to read, with one mentioning it's enjoyable to read aloud and another noting how it makes school look like a wonderful experience.

"...The characters are lovable, and the story is educational." Read more

"...It's a fun book, and maybe not too accurate for kindergarten anymore, but it was good for starting preschool." Read more

"...It didn’t add to fears, simply talked about the fun things that they’d do, and really helped her become excited!" Read more

"...once they experience their 1st day, they're ready to go back and have more fun." Read more

7 customers mention "Story quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one customer noting that the plot and storyline is relatable for children.

"...I am changing my rating.. Thank you. It's a cute going to kindergarten story." Read more

"...Overall it is a good story. My goal is to introduce and prepare my toddler for the cultural shift that is soon to take place." Read more

"...The plot and storyline is relate-able for children, I felt like it allowed my daughter to explore her emotions through the safety of Sister Bear..." Read more

"...This is a really good book for anyone looking for a nice story to help their child with the concept of transitioning into school." Read more

3 customers mention "Heartwarming message"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the heartwarming message of the book, with one mentioning how it allowed their daughter to explore her emotions.

"...is relate-able for children, I felt like it allowed my daughter to explore her emotions through the safety of Sister Bear..." Read more

"Always a good message from the bears!" Read more

"...Heartwarming." Read more

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One of the pages in the book is defective, looks like it was cut and marked for the stitches in the wrong place. I need this book for a preschool graduation gift in 3 days. Hope I can get a replacement copy before then. Ironically, the packaging for these 2 small books was huge. Update; I was able to get a replacement copy very quickly. I have it in time for todays event. I am changing my rating.. Thank you. It's a cute going to kindergarten story.
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  • KF+ABay
    5.0 out of 5 stars Classics are the Right Choice
    Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2025
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    The Berenstain Bears "classics" (older ones, written by Stan & Jan) are great!
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  • Inga
    5.0 out of 5 stars Calm the fears of your young ones
    Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2022
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    This is a great book to help calm the fears of young ones who are anxious about going to preschool or school. The characters are lovable, and the story is educational.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars He loved it
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
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    I love the lessons in these books
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  • KSS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Book has a defect.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2023
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    One of the pages in the book is defective, looks like it was cut and marked for the stitches in the wrong place. I need this book for a preschool graduation gift in 3 days. Hope I can get a replacement copy before then. Ironically, the packaging for these 2 small books was huge. Update; I was able to get a replacement copy very quickly. I have it in time for todays event. I am changing my rating.. Thank you. It's a cute going to kindergarten story.
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    Book has a defect.

    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2023
    One of the pages in the book is defective, looks like it was cut and marked for the stitches in the wrong place. I need this book for a preschool graduation gift in 3 days. Hope I can get a replacement copy before then. Ironically, the packaging for these 2 small books was huge. Update; I was able to get a replacement copy very quickly. I have it in time for todays event. I am changing my rating.. Thank you. It's a cute going to kindergarten story.
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  • sArAh!
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2024
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    My 80 yrs old grandma loves this book. She cried when I gave it to her.😀
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  • Ronald Viola
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice story
    Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2013
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    This story does a good job of covering event knowledge from end of summer to first days of school. The story holds my toddler's attention while reading word for word. Overall it is a good story. My goal is to introduce and prepare my toddler for the cultural shift that is soon to take place.
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  • Miss Howe
    5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Tale!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2013
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    I read this to my little boy before the first day of preschool. We read several books about starting school because he was a little nervous about starting school. Of all the books we read about starting school, The Berenstain Bears Go to School was his favorite. My son just loves the Berenstain Bears. I love them too because they teach children valuable life lessons. The Berestain Bear Books teach children how to grow-up and be respectful, responsible adults. Obviously parenting is a difficult, yet rewarding task. A book won't solely do the job of ensuring your child grows-up right, but it's safe to say that The Berenstain Bear Books may very well indeed help place them on the right track.
    20 people found this helpful
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  • Chris Gomez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Classic book, must have
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2021
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    This is a must have for the kids in my family. My mom bought it for me in kindergarten and read it to me the night before back to school day. She kept the tradition going a couple years after that. She was and still is so sweet. I kept the tradition going for my children and will do it for my future grandchildren. This classic book never goes out of style. Timeless classic. Kids love Berenstain Bears!
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  • Sonea
    5.0 out of 5 stars Recommend.
    Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2025
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    Bought for day care children heading off to kindergarten. Who doesn't like the bears. Always a lesson to learn. I would recommend.
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  • Luciana Morais
    5.0 out of 5 stars Muito bom
    Reviewed in Brazil on February 23, 2025
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    Produto chegou antes do prazo, perfeito! Ainda vem com adesivos!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars جميل
    Reviewed in Saudi Arabia on February 15, 2025
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  • Amazon Kunde
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best story
    Reviewed in Germany on January 29, 2021
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    Encourage my child in starting his first day school.
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  • Maddy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice book for Toddler/ Preschooler
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 30, 2021
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    My 3 year old daughter loves this book. I read it to her weeks before her first day in nursery. Her first day at nursery went pretty well. She did not cry at all and even addressed the nursery staff as “Ms Honeybear” based on one of the characters of this story.
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