Secrets of Loving Families

Home & Family

Spread the love in your home with advice and suggested reading from the Berenstain Bears.

How does America's most loving bear family stay that way? Here are a few heartfelt rules and quotable quotes from Stan and Jan Berenstain's beloved storybooks.

Be Kind

"The point is that nobody, not even adults -- and certainly not cubs -- should use words like those. They're simply not nice." -- The Berenstain Bears and the Big Blooper

Say Sorry

"A rainbow is something very beautiful that happens after a storm…" like making up after a fight. -- The Berenstain Bears Get in a Fight

Mind Your Manners

Manners are about "being fair and considerate. Manners are very important. They help us get along with each other." -- The Berenstain Bears Forget Their Manners

Tell the Truth

Don't tell a whopper, "because trust is one thing you can't put back together once it's broken." -- The Berenstain Bears and the Truth

Be Responsible

"It seems to me… that instead of shouting and pointing fingers, we should get to work and solve the problem." -- The Berenstain Bears and the Blame Game

Serve Others

"Some cubs are helpful. Some cubs are not. Show them the way and they may take a shot." -- The Berenstain Bears Lend a Helping Hand

Be Grateful

"Now look, I've heard quite enough about what youdon'thave. It would be very nice if you would start appreciating the things you do have." -- The Berenstain Bears Count Their Blessings