Books like The Berenstain Bears and the trouble with things by Jan Berenstain
When Brother and Sister Bear want to buy more toys at the mall, even though they already have an abundance of things, their parents tell them that God's creations are more valuable than anything money can buy. The Berenstain Bears, beloved by children around the world, explore the world of Christmas and the excitement of buying new toys with their parents, but the emphasis is on how to think beyond material possessions.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jan Berenstain
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