The Berenstain Bears' New Neighbors
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1994 · Est. 9 min read-aloud

The Berenstain Bears' New Neighbors

Written by Stan Berenstain and Jan Berenstain

Part of the The Berenstain Bears series

New neighbors challenge Bear family's views on acceptance.

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32 pages· 1,058 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
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In Bear Country, the Berenstain Bears face a challenge when the Panda family moves in next door. Papa Bear struggles with their differences, but Brother and Sister quickly befriend the new cubs. As friendships blossom, both families must confront their biases and learn the true meaning of acceptance. Will Papa Bear overcome his prejudice and embrace the new neighbors? Discover a heartwarming tale of friendship and understanding that teaches the dangers of bigotry and the beauty of diversity.

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Illus. in full color. A new family moves in across the street from theBerenstain Bears. It’s the Panda Bears, and Papa Bear is a little bent out ofshape because they’re… “different.” But nothing stops Brother and Sisterfrom making friends with the new cubs. When the adults follow suit, they alllearn a valuable lesson in acceptance and the dangers of bigotry.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,058
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD570L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about bearsBooks about panda bearsBooks about social themesBooks about new experiences
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
9256
Publication
Published
September 13, 1994
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780679864356

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