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During a family camping trip, Papa Bear wants to entertain the youngsters with spooky tales of forest ghosts. He believes the jinx will amuse and scare them at once. But the woods bring a surprise: a set of living ghosts that want to teach the children a valuable lesson. The story ends with a double surprise, blending fear, humor, and a touch of moral that leaves the family and the forest friends wiser.
The tale offers a gentle, rhyme‑infused adventure that sparks wonder about the unknown and the bonds of family—and it reminds young readers that sometimes the most scary stories carry a heartwarming teaching.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Stan Berenstain
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