The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving is an excellent book to read this Christmas season. Understanding the purpose 
Brother and Sister Bear receive money from their grandparents. They use this money to purchase gifts for others. Then each quietly plot how they can purchase small gifts to allow themselves to keep as much money as possible. After being in a church Christmas program, they understand that the reason why we give gifts is because at the First Christmas Jesus was our gift from God. The shepherds and wisemen also brought gifts to the Baby King. Afterwards the Bear Siblings give the rest of their money to the poor.
Momma C’s Thoughts: This is a longer than usual Berenstain Bear book. At 38 pages, this book is geared toward older children (ages 4-8). Even at that, our kiddos (ages 2-6) stayed seated for the whole book but know that most of the concepts went over the youngest’s understanding. I also liked how the book used the example of “bell ringers” or the Salvation Army. This allowed us to discuss the importance of remembering those in need and who the people are who stand outside stores this time of year. Activities and questions are also included at the end of the book which are very helpful for parents to further the learning.
Momma C’s Rating:
Thank you to Zonderkidz for giving me the opportunity to review this book.
We are loving the Berenstain Bears / Zonderkids books, such a blessing to have them around the house for the kiddos to pick up and read!
🙂 Hope your holidays are going smoothly!
Blessings,
Valerie