The Berenstain Bears Learn About Strangers
From The Berenstain Bears · 2003
11 minPre-KK1st2ndHealth
Summary
After a scare, Papa Bear teaches the cubs some sensible, calm rules for dealing with strangers — without making them afraid of everyone. A reassuring introduction to personal safety.
Viewer safety
All ages
The story is about stranger safety and is handled calmly and reassuringly — a good conversation starter, not a scary one.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
After a scare, Papa Bear teaches the cubs some sensible, calm rules for dealing with strangers — without making them afraid of everyone.
- What safety rules does Papa Bear teach the cubs?
- Why is it important to tell a trusted grown-up when you feel unsafe?
- How can you be careful with strangers without being scared of everyone?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: stranger, safe, trusted adult.
Try it: Name two trusted adults you could go to if you ever felt unsafe.