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The Berenstain Bears & Too Much Junk Food Paperback – Picture Book, March 12, 1985

by Stan Berenstain (Author), Jan Berenstain (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,335 ratings
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This classic Berenstain Bears story is a perfect way to teach children about the importance of eating healthy and staying active!

Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. Papa, Brother, and Sister are eating way too much junk food, and it’s up to Mama and Dr. Grizzly to help them understand the importance of nutritious foods and exercise. Includes over 50 bonus stickers!
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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
    AD630L
  7. Dimensions
    8 x 0.12 x 8 inches
  8. Publisher
    Random House Books
  9. Publication date
    March 12, 1985
  10. ISBN-10
    0394872177
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0394872179
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Mama Bear lays down the law when she notices that Papa and the cubs are getting too chubby. With the help of Dr. Grizzly's slide show on how the body works, the Bear family makes a healthful adjustment in their diet and fitness habits. "A most enjoyable introduction to good nutrition and exercise."--(starred) "Science Books & Films.

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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 360 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 one of the best-selling children's book series ever.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Books; First Edition (March 12, 1985)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0394872177
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0394872179
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD630L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.12 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,335 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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    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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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Use of word “chubby”.
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Use of word “chubby”.
I always admire the writings of Stan and Jan Berenstain, however, this particular book about junk food, mentions the word chubby a few times. I guess that when this was written, it was OK to say words like this, but I don’t think this word, or any, like it should be used in a children’s book, eating disorders start early on in life and this is not helpful. The word should be changed to some thing like unhealthy maybe. I would like to return this book, but my granddaughter tore the stickers out so I am guessing I cannot return it in this condition. I will be more careful when purchasing books that have been written a long time ago
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Elizabeth B.
5.0 out of 5 stars A timeless, engaging, and wonderful book to teach children healthy eating habits
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2021
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The fact that anyone was offended by this book and labeled it as “body shaming” is absurd and gives me great concern for the future of our country and the generation of children these reviewers are raising. This book does a wonderful job of explaining to young children why they should not eat junk food and should instead eat nutritious foods and exercise. Some reviewers pointed out a particular section, in which the mother calls the bears chubby, as offensive and detrimental to children’s body image. Frankly, this argument is ridiculous and it’s distressing that this book is being labeled as offensive and “cancelled”, when it should be heralded as required reading for children. The mother does point out the fact that the bears are getting chubbier, and this is the impetus for putting her children (and husband) on a diet, but this part is just one very small and benign part of the story. Further, it’s not wrong to teach children that they should not want to be fat! Being fat is not a good thing and it causes very negative, life-long health problems when developed during childhood. When did people’s overblown sensitivities take precedence over providing truthful information? Obesity is an enormous problem in our society and the cost of treating the health conditions that come with obesity literally gobble up billions of dollars a year that could otherwise go to other resources, like better public schools, stronger infrastructure, and better social programs. Not to mention, you feel better when you eat healthy and exercise and you feel poorly when you eat poorly and sit around all day! This book espouses common sense eating and lifestyle habits that every child (and adult) should follow. I highly recommend this book and my child absolutely loves it!
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Lorraine R
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2024
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My kids loved Berenstain Bear books and now I get to read them to my grandkids. What a treat to again hear the giggles as they snuggle on my lap.
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Theresa
5.0 out of 5 stars The Berestain Bears and too much junk food book
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2023
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I used the book to teach and demonstrate the difference between healthy foods and junk foods to a group of young children. A fun lesson.
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JScott
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2023
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This book is super cute.
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Jacob & Olivia F.
5.0 out of 5 stars One of many cherished books from my childhood bought to share with my own children.
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2021
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I bought this to share with my children ages 3 & 7 yrs and they love it just as much as I remember loving it. It's definitely nice to be able to share these types of things with them. There's always a good lesson in each of these books as well.
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anonymous
4.0 out of 5 stars Another relevant Betenstain Bears book
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
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Content as well as characters resonates with young children
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Dumpling
5.0 out of 5 stars Relatable stories, evocative illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2013
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For some reason, my daughter (2,5 years old) absolutely loves the Berenstain Bears. She has plenty of fancier children's books--hardcover, with artsier illustrations, pop-up 3-D art, embedded puppets etc. But the ones that she goes back to time and again are those in the Berenstain Bears series. They are relatable (which I guess it's their intention), and refer to many situations and objects that she encounters everyday. She loves all the characters and each illustration is always full of so much detail that we can spend hours describing and talking about all the big and little figures on each page. Her favorites so far are this one on Junk Food and the one about the Bedtime Battle. I am super glad that these are so affordable, because I'll definitely buy many more for her. Although they have suffered the wear-and-tear of daily use (literally pages falling apart), I can replace them easily if necessary.
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Kathy
5.0 out of 5 stars Want all Stan and Jan Berenstain books, they are great for children's values.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2016
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My 3 year old daughter and I love this and it gets the point across. My daughter goes to her Fathers on the weekends and is fed soda, chocolate milk, Gatorade, store bought juice, chocolate anything, gummy worms, pizza, etc. So I substitute such poor food choices into the reading and she understands that those foods are unhealthy. We enjoy reading this book because it's fun with good characters and always with a lesson (as long as it's written by Stan and Jan Berenstain).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Libro extraordinario Educativo y divertido
Reviewed in Mexico on November 9, 2018
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Me encantó el libro. El mensaje es clarísimo y lo plantea de forma que puedan entenderlo perfectamente los pequeños y de forma divertida. Los stickers que incluye son lindisimos y educativos. Es un súper libro. Lo recomendé mucho es una compra extraordinaria
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Katie Walsh
5.0 out of 5 stars Best kids stories ever!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 24, 2020
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Love these books from my childhood so I'm delighted to read them to my kids. Lovely and wholesome
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EverQuest
5.0 out of 5 stars This book becomes more and more relevant as North America ...
Reviewed in Canada on March 28, 2018
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This book becomes more and more relevant as North America becomes more and more obese. Between regular reading of this book at bedtime and learning how to read nutrition labels together, my kids and I are able to make healthier choices for both meals and snacks. Sure, we still eat junk food together, but we're aware of how much extra physical activity we need to work off those extra calories.
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sara
5.0 out of 5 stars Carini ed educativi
Reviewed in Italy on January 29, 2017
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Libretti carini, ben fatti ed educativi..È sempre un piacere leggerli ai bambini e loro (di 3 e 6 anni) li richiedono spesso.
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Christine Bridge
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in India on December 30, 2016
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Excellent for young children
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