Most Popular Books by Mike Berenstain

The Berenstain Bears Storybook Bible for Little Ones is fun and enlightening for very young kids and a great resource for parents and educators. The Berenstain Bears Storybook Bible for Little Ones is perfect for very young children. Now little ones can follow the Bear family as they explore Scripture from the Old and New Testaments. The Berenstain Bears Storybook Bible for Little Ones: Simple, scripturally-based text Traditional Berenstain art Eight stories from the Old and New Testaments

En Los osos Berenstain dicen sus oraciones, el Hermano Oso descubre que Dios responde todas las oraciones, pero a su propia manera y en su propio tiempo. Junto con el Hermano Oso, los niños aprenderán que la oración no es solo para la hora de acostarse.

The Berenstain Bears take a trip to the hospital and get a special tour! While Brother and Sister Bear see all the amazing things that happen in the hospital, they make new friends along the way! Young readers will learn about doctors, nurses, patients, and more in this fun and informative 8x8 storybook. All of the author''s royalties are being contributed to the Stan & Jan Berenstain Healthy Kids Foundation, a charitable organization devoted to children''s health issues.

Young readers will enjoy this three-book collection that is a part of the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn biblical values, and how to be respectful and kind to others. Included in the timeless collection you’ll find The Berenstain Bears The Forgiving Tree, The Berenstain Bears Gossip Gang, and The Berenstain Bears Show Some Respect. The Berenstain Bears Treat Others Kindly—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for: Early readers ages 4-8 Reading out loud in classrooms, during story time, and at home or bedtime Birthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your e-library Sparking intentional conversations about forgiveness, respect, and honesty The Berenstain Bears Treat Others Kindly is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008

The Berenstain Bears Living Lights, series continues to attract young readers through creative and engaging stories that not only entertain but teach values and life lessons. Now, five of the series’ favorite titles are available in a great new hardcover. This Berenstain Bears Living Lights collection called Friendship Blessings Collection is sure to be a popular choice for Berenstain Bears fans. This collection includes: The Perfect Fishing Spot Reap the Harvest Faithful Friends Kindness Counts God Made You Special

Young readers will learn from the Berenstain Bears just how important it is to serve and love one another in The Berenstain Bears God Shows the Way. Written in Level One I Can Read™ standards, this three-book collection of titles from the Berenstain Bears Living Lights I Can Read series is sure to please young, emergent readers practicing early reading skills. The Berenstain Bears God Shows the Way is perfect for: Increasing early reading skills with simple vocabulary and age-appropriate themes Reading out loud at home, in the classroom, or story time Fans of the Berenstain Bears The Berenstain Bears God Shows the Way is an addition to the Living Lights™ I Can Read series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Included in this collection are The Berenstain Bears Faith Gets Us Through, The Berenstain Bears Have No Fear, God Is Near, and The Berenstain Bears Piggy Bank Blessings.

Young readers will enjoy reading about Coach Papa Bear and his players in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn how to play fairly and act in a way that pleases God. The Berenstain Bears Play a Good Game—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for: Early readers ages 4-8 Reading out loud in classrooms, during story time, and at home or bedtime Birthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your e-library Sparking meaningful conversations about good sportsmanship and being a team player The Berenstain Bears Play a Good Game is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008

The Berenstain Bears are out of this world in this exciting addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series. The Berenstain Bears can’t wait to visit the Bear Country Space Center, where rockets blast off into outer space! When the tour guide gives Mama, Papa, and the cubs a tour of the Big Bear Space Rocket, he makes it very clear not to touch anything. But when Papa sees a big red button, he just can’t help himself. Get ready to blast off! The Berenstain Bears Blast Off! is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

A faith-based sticker and activity book about caring for family and sharing with friends featuring everyone''s favorite bear family—the Berenstain Bears! Includes mazes, puzzles, word searches and over 50 stickers! The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends—values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life! Children ages three to seven will love this 32-page Berenstain Bears faith-based activity book created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain! Kids will enjoy the fun full-color activities! Other Gifts of the Spirit Activity Books Helpful Hands Activity Book (Summer 2022) Love & Sweetness Activity Book (Fall 2022) Joyful Celebration Activity Book (Fall 2022)

Learn to take turns with the Berenstain Bears! When it comes to baseball and board games, Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear make a great team. But the cubs’ best teamwork comes when they play “pretend” games like Robin Hood. The only problem is they can never agree about their roles. Good thing Mama and Papa Bear are there to teach them how to take turns! This new 8x8 storybook is the latest addition to the bestselling series. Share this funny, sweet story with the cubs in your home or classroom to help them as they learn the importance of taking turns. The Berenstain Bears Take Turns stands beside some of the most popular storybooks from these beloved characters, including The Berenstain Bears: Patience, Please; The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Chores; and The Berenstain Bears and the Messy Room.

A new Thanksgiving storybook featuring everyone’s favorite bear family—the Berenstain Bears! Kids ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this sweet, Thanksgiving-themed story filled with fun, colorful illustrations—it’s the perfect read-aloud for the holiday season! This 32-page hardcover Berenstain Bears storybook, inspired by a Berenstain Bears Thanksgiving special that originally aired November 20, 1980, tells the tale of Bigpaw, the biggest bear in Bear Country! Will Brother and Sister be able to convince their neighbors that he’s just a very large and friendly bear? This humorous holiday tale is a story about acceptance and making new friends!

Fans of the Berenstain Bears will enjoy this 90-day bedtime devotional. In this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books, young readers will learn about simple Christian truths such as God loves us, love one another, be courageous and kind, and finding peace at the end of a busy day. Berenstain Bears Bedtime Devotional—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights™ series of books—is perfect for: Early readers, ages 4-8 Children learning a new bedtime routine, birthdays, baby showers, and holidays Each devotional includes a: Scripture verse Lesson with a short story Easy-to-read rhyming prayer The Berenstain Bears Bedtime Devotional: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

As a child, how did you learn about the Golden Rule? Young readers will learn the importance of treating others as they want to be treated in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will discover choosing to be kind may not always be the easy choice. But it is always the right one. The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights™ series of books—is perfect for: Early readers, ages 4-8 Reading out loud at home or in a classroom Small group discussions and lessons highlighting Matthew 7:12: Do to others what you would have them do to you. Encouraging important conversations about right and wrong The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule: Features the hand-drawn artwork of Mike Berenstain, the son of the creators of the Berenstain Bears, Stan and Jan Berenstain Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

The Berenstain Bears are always checking out books about outer space, medieval knights, cute animals, and more at the library. But then one day, the family finds out the library may be shutting down forever. The cubs know they have to do something! But how can they save their precious library before it’s too late? The Berenstain Bears We Love the Library is a fun addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series.

Celebrate Mom’s special day with this inspirational Berenstain Bears gift book—it’s perfect for the Mama Bear in your life! Show Mom just how much she means with this sweet and special Berenstain Bears gift book. With fun, colorful illustrations and simple words of wisdom, this charming keepsake is a great way to show parents, grandparents, soon-to-be mothers, aunts, friends, or whomever you call "Mom" just how much you care.

Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear are trying to plan something special for Father’s Day, but what can they do for Papa Bear and Gramps? Putting aside their wants, the cubs come up with the perfect adventure to honor Papa and Gramps. Papa Bear and Gramps are the best dads in Bear Country and the cubs want to show their love. Working together with Mama and Gran, a special fishing trip and picnic are planned for Father’s Day. Will Papa and Gramps bring in a big catch of fish … or will they catch something else even better? Join the Berenstain Bears as they explore the value of celebrating fathers in The Berenstain Bears Father’s Day Blessings. Children will discover ways to implement traditional values and share God’s goodness in Zonderkidz The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series of books. The Berenstain Bears Father’s Day Blessings: Encourages age appropriate discussions about honoring your father and celebrating others An engaging story about learning to think about others and celebrate life’s simple moments Perfect for back-to-school reading, summer reading, birthday gifts, and holiday?gift-giving Perfect for early reader ages 4-8, reading out loud at home or in a classroom The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Look for additional inspirational children’s picture books in The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008.

When Papa brings home a computer, the whole family is excited. Soon Mama, Brother, Sister, and even Honey start spending all day every day staring at their own computers. It''s up to Papa to get the family off the computer and back into the real world!

Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear teach children how to give thanks for all that God has given them as they journey to Gran and Gramps for Thanksgiving dinner. Young readers will develop an understanding of God’s divine blessing and the virtue of giving thanks to him in this addition to The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series. Join the Berenstain Bears as they explore the value of being thankful in The Berenstain Bears Thanksgiving Blessings. It’s Thanksgiving Day and the cubs could not be more excited for pie, roast turkey, and all the trimmings. But Mama reminds them that there are more important things to be thankful for beyond the feast. Papa joins in and teaches the cubs about the many sacrifices that Bears made before them, so that they all can enjoy freedom, faith, and family today! Children will discover ways to act out traditional religious values and share God’s goodness in Zonderkidz The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series of books. The Berenstain Bears Thanksgiving Blessings: Encourages age appropriate discussions about giving thanks and counting your blessing in life An engaging story about appreciating what you have and being grateful for family, friends, and blessings Perfect for back-to-school reading, holiday snuggle time, and holiday?gift-giving For early reader ages 4-8 to reading aloud at home or in a classroom, or read aloud at bedtime Includes stickers for hours of enjoyment The Berenstain BearsLiving Lights™ series: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008 Look for additional inspirational children’s picture books in The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series.?

Young readers will begin sounding out words and reading simple sentences in this Level One I Can Read addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn that with kindness and cooperation, work gets done and then fun can begin. The Berenstain Bears: Mama’s Helpers—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for: Early readers ages 4-8 Teaching new readers how to sound out words and use context clues Teaching children how to perform good deeds Sparking intentional conversations about responsibility, commitment, and the importance of biblical values The Berenstain Bears: Mama’s Helpers is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008

A faith-based sticker and activity book about being helpful featuring everyone''s favorite bear family—the Berenstain Bears! Includes mazes, puzzles, word searches and over 50 stickers! The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends—values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life! Children ages three to seven will love this 32-page Berenstain Bears faith-based activity book created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain! Kids will enjoy the fun full-color activities! Other Gifts of the Spirit Activity Books Caring & Sharing Activity Book (Summer 2022) Love & Sweetness Activity Book (Fall 2022) Joyful Celebration Activity Book (Fall 2022)

Celebrate Easter with the Berenstain Bears family as they share the story of Jesus’ final days on Earth and His glorious resurrection. Join Mama, Papa, Brother, Sister, and Honey as they take you down that fond and familiar sunny dirt road, deep in Bear Country to discover the story of the very first Easter. See the very first Easter from the heartwarming Berenstain Bear’s point of view—from Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem to the Last Supper to the risen Lord’s first appearance on Easter Sunday. In this holiday classic, children will experience the signature Berenstain Bears artwork as they enjoy story time with parents and grandparents. Part of The Living Lights series of books, The Berenstain Bears The Very First Easter: Encourages age-appropriate discussions about the meaning of Easter and Jesus’ death and resurrection An engaging story about the first Easter with the charm of classic Berenstain Bears stories Perfect for early reader ages 4-8, reading out loud at home or in a classroom A great gift option for Easter baskets, baptism, or holiday gifting ? The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series: Is written and illustrated by Mike Berenstain Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008 Look for additional inspirational children’s picture books in The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series.

Brother and Sister Bear learn an important lesson about God''s love. They discover that God loves them not because they are successful but because He made them. Full color.

The Berenstain Bears dive under the ocean to discover life below the waves! The family meets flying fish, dolphins, sharks, and giant squid while getting a close-up look at undersea plants in this remarkable learning adventure. This 8x8 paperback picture book takes young readers on the trip of a lifetime with their favorite bear family. For more than 50 years, the Berenstain Bears have been delighting children around the world. This latest installment will add to a growing legacy of excellence in children''s literature.

Papa and the cubs take Mama to Bear Country Grill for dinner. What a treat! From getting to the restaurant until dessert time, the night is full of fun and adventure. With the Bears, nothing is boring—especially not a night out on the town!

Brother Bear and Sister Bear love to ride their skateboards. When their usual skating park closes, the only place left to ride is a neighborhood spot where helmets are not the fashion! Will Brother and Sister forget Mama''s advice about putting safety first?

Encourages children that doing your best to keep your word and be on time is not only the polite thing to do, it’s also the right thing to do in this inspiring story from the Berenstain Bears Living Lights collection. The Bear family is a busy family. They have lots to do like getting to school and soccer practice and music lessons and the grocery store. They have to go to the doctor, the dentist, the vet, the barber, and even the beauty parlor every now and then. The trouble is, everyone is always running late. The family gathers around the Storybook Bible and learns a powerful lesson from Jonah, giving them a renewed purpose and focus. Inspired by the good advice from the Bible, Papa Bear comes up with a lateness plan ... but will the rest of the Bear family stick with it? The Berenstain Bears Bears on Time: Is an inspiring book from the bestselling The Berenstain Bears brand Gently encourages children 4-8 to think about their own manners and etiquette Is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008

Young readers enjoying their first chapter books are sure to love this addition to the Living Lights™ series of The Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn just how important it is to choose the right friends when Brother Bear starts spending time with Too Tall and his gang. The Berenstain Bears and the Rowdy Crowd—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books with over 13 million copies sold—is perfect for: ? Early readers ages 6-10 ? Reading out loud at home or in a classroom ? Sparking conversations about being a good friend, making smart choices about your actions and who you spend time with The Berenstain Bears and the Rowdy Crowd: ? Features black-and-white illustrations drawn by the Berenstain family alongside entertaining text ? Allows older fans of the Berenstain Bears to continue enjoying the Bears’ adventures ? Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

Young readers will enjoy reading about the bear family’s tree house dilemma in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn how to embrace God’s blessings and be grateful for what they already have. The Berenstain Bears: God Bless Our Home—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for: Early readers ages 4-8 Reading out loud in classrooms, during story time, and at home or bedtime Birthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your e-library Sparking conversations about the importance of family, contentment, and problem solving The Berenstain Bears: God Bless Our Home is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date Is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008

Mind Your Manners! The Berenstain Bears know that it is always best to be polite. Their good manners come in handy all the time: when fishing with Papa Bear, when making mud pies, when playing pirates with friends, and when putting on the school play. Even a run-in with the neighborhood bully is an opportunity to be polite! Read along as Brother and Sister and Honey Bear learn when to say "Let me help," "You''re welcome," "Excuse me," "I''m sorry," "How are you?" "Nice to meet you," and, of course, "Please" and "Thank you." If the Berenstain Bears can do it, you can too!

An engaging lesson from the iconic Bear family about the importance of working together.

When Sister Bear starts to play with a new friend, Lizzy feels jealous. The Berenstain Bears Faithful Friends teaches that new friends are fun to have and old friends are great to keep.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Berenstain Bears! This 8x8 storybook is the latest holiday adventure for the bestselling Bear family. Join Papa, Mama, and the cubs as Gramps introduces them to some of the traditions most associated with the holiday, from gathering to enjoy a parade down Main Street to leprechauns and pots of gold. The silly fun starts with Gramps leading the family to dress all in green, with green cloverleaves to wear. After he introduces the legend of the leprechaun, the cubs dream of traveling to a green and pleasant land... When they wake, they''re sitting in their folding chairs on Main Street in Bear Town. and there''s a parade to cheer! The parade includes marching bands and dancers; pipers piping and harpers harping; and the whole Bear Town police and fire departments.. The parade winds up with a troupe of bears dressed as leprechauns, each carrying a pot of gold. Young Berenstain Bears fans will enjoy giggling along as the cubs learn about St. Patrick''s Day.

Young readers will enjoy reading about the Chapel in the Woods in this addition to the Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series books—The Berenstain Bears: Here’s the Church, Here’s the Steeple. Children will go along with the Bear family to church and take a tour of the Bear Country Sunday experience at church and school. The Berenstain Bears: Here’s the Church, Here’s the Steeple is perfect for: Early readers ages 4-8 Reading out loud in Sunday school classrooms, and during story time at home or bedtime Birthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your home library Sparking intentional conversations about Sunday worship The Berenstain Bears: Here’s the Church, Here’s the Steeple is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

Travel the world in the Anywhere-Anyplace Machine with the Berenstain Bears in this lively addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series. From the plains of Africa to the Great Wall of China, there are more sights to see than points on a map! Beginning readers will love discovering fantastic new places alongside their favorite family of bears, complete with vivid and classic illustrations. The Berenstain Bears Around the World is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

Young readers will learn the importance of praying in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will understand how to recognize God’s blessings and how to create a daily habit of prayer. The Berenstain Bears Say Their Prayers—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights™ series of books—is perfect for: Early readers, ages 4-8 Reading out loud at bedtime to encourage and reinforce night routines Creating quality conversations about prayer and thankfulness The Berenstain Bears Say Their Prayers: Features the hand-drawn artwork of Mike Berenstain, the son of the creators of the Berenstain Bears, Stan and Jan Berenstain Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

Young readers will begin sounding out words and reading simple sentences in this Level One I Can Read addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn the importance of coming together to make a difference for people in need. The Berenstain Bears Help the Homeless—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with 13 million copies sold—is perfect for: Early readers ages 4-8 Teaching new readers how to sound out words and use context clues Sparking meaningful conversations about the importance of volunteering and giving back to help those in need The Berenstain Bears Help the Homeless is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

Celebrate Dad’s special day with this inspirational Berenstain Bears gift book—it’s perfect for the Papa Bear in your life! Show Dad just how much he means to you with this cute and kind Berenstain Bears gift book. With fun, colorful illustrations and simple words of wisdom, this charming keepsake is a great way to show parents, grandparents, soon-to-be dads, uncles, friends, or whomever you call "Dad" just how much you care.

Sister Bear loves taking care of her pet goldfish, Goldie. Sister feeds Goldie every morning and evening, cleans out her tank, and even gets her a beautiful fishbowl castle! But when Papa and Mama find Goldie floating belly-up in her tank, they worry about how Sister will feel. How will the Bear family cope with the loss of Goldie, the best goldfish in the world?

Meet Oscar the shaggy little pony. Brother and Sister care for Oscar in return for riding lessons. Before long, Oscar and the cubs are ready to enter the local riding show!

Learn to read with the classic New York Times bestselling series, the Berenstain Bears. Reading has never been so much fun! Reviewed by a phonics expert, these twelve short full-color books feature repeated examples of short and long vowel sounds and common sight words. Each of the simple stories in this set is designed to teach kids how to master reading while going on exciting adventures with Papa, Mama, Sister, Brother, and Honey. Phonics teaches children the relationship between letters and the sounds they make. A child who has mastered these relationships has an excellent foundation for learning to read and spell. According to the National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, a child who has learned phonics has a method to recognize familiar words and “decode” unfamiliar ones.