Benjamin Bear is so impatient for Christmas to come. To help the time pass more quickly, his mother tells him that every day when he opens a door on his Advent calendar she'll tell him a story—twenty-four stories all about another little bear and his long, arduous journey to Bethlehem. The little bear, led by a glittering star, meets many others on his travels across hot deserts, snowy mountains, and through dark, lonely nights. His adventures, filled with acts of heroism and kindness and many small miracles, show him the path to the Christ Child. And by journey's end Benjamin Bear—and all youngsters who share the stories and their simple morals along with him—will understand and celebrate the true spirit of Christmas.
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Antonie Schneider was born in Mindelheim, in southern Germany, where she still lives. A former elementary school teacher, she has written numerous other books for North-South, including The Dearest Little Mouse in the World and Good-Bye, Vivi!
Maja Dus kov was born in Piestany, Czechoslovakia, and now lives in Florence, Italy. She has illustrated many books for both children and adults, including Good-Bye, Vivi! ; The Gift from Saint Nicholas ; and Silent Night, Holy Night , all published by North-South Books.
Maja Dus kov was born in Piestany, Czechoslovakia, and now lives in Florence, Italy. She has illustrated many books for both children and adults, including Good-Bye, Vivi! ; The Gift from Saint Nicholas ; and Silent Night, Holy Night , all published by North-South Books.
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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I borrowed this book from our library last year when I was searching for ways to supplement Jesse Tree and make it more accessible to my small children, then almost 6 and 2. This book was magical for my kids, they loved and begged for it every night. It had so many wonderful messages within and truly enhanced our Christmas season. I am buying it this year because my daughter has already started to ask if we will read it again. Throughout the bear's journey in the book, he encounters different people, creatures and situations that each send gentle and wonderful lessons that really rang true with my children and made me fall in love with this book. Our family adored it and looks forward to it in many years to come. If you are looking for The Christmas Story, this is not it, but a beautiful parallel, in that the main character is going to visit the Christ child and each day is a part of his journey. There are lessons of love, giving, and even not judging books by their covers.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By Sharon Mills
Format:Hardcover
My son and daughter (5 and 6) love this book and can't wait to read it each night of Advent. They love that it has a bookmark and they can keep track of the night. Plus, it is a rare opportunity to help instill a deeper meaning to Christmas.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Patricia
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My daughter loves me reading this to her every night leading up to Christmas. I also enjoy reading them to her. Each of the stories are only a page long and very good for those with young children who might not want to sit still for a very long time. There is a Advent Calendar that you can get to go along with the book. Also, it is design so you can also read each of the stories as a bedtime story. There is a corresponding calander, Advent Storybook Advent Calendar.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy to read Advent Book
Very nice book to have in your home. I acturally gave this book to a family with children. From what I heard, they enjoyed it. Sorry I didn't actually read this one myself.
Published 1 month ago by Belle
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Benjamin Bear
24 Short stories to read before bedtime about a little bear on a journey to see the King.
My whole family (little - adult) loved reading these nightly. Read more
My whole family (little - adult) loved reading these nightly. Read more
Published 1 month ago by NicNac
4.0 out of 5 stars
Gift for grandson
wanted something to share with our new grandson. perfect gift. touching stories (he doesn't understand yet) through the years will give him something to relate to at Christmas time... Read more
Published 1 month ago by D. D. Tharp
5.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT
LOVED IT. GREAT STORY FOR ADVENT. SHOWS THE TRUE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS.
MY BOYS ENJOYED IT AND SHARED IT WITH THEIR COUSINS.
MY BOYS ENJOYED IT AND SHARED IT WITH THEIR COUSINS.
Published 2 months ago by Peggy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great!
This was purchased for our daughter & her young family & she is very happy with it. They are looking forward to using it when the children are a little older.
Published 2 months ago by J. Mlakar
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice Book
This is a nice book for advent. We bought it for our five and four year old. Some of the text/concepts were too mature for them but in a year or two it should be just fine.
Published 3 months ago by K&J
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
I bought this book for my granddaughter. It's a great way to get a child "ready" for Christmas Day by reading a story each night...great "parent and child" time.
Published 3 months ago by Lynne Cory
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for Christmas.
My boys really enjoyed all of the stories in the book. I loved how the stories were short and not long, made it easier to squeeze in the book each night after doing an evening of... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mandy
5.0 out of 5 stars
The reason of the season
I purchased this storybook as a companion to the advent calendar for my grandchildren. They loved having a story read to them every night and then opening the corresponding window... Read more
Published 4 months ago by SusieQ
5.0 out of 5 stars
This book will be part of our Advent tradition now!
This book will be part of our Advent tradition now! The stories are warm and thoughtful; the illustrations rich and very true to the storyline (in one the eagle could be seen... Read more
Published 4 months ago by NYSBecca
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