The Berenstain Bears Come Clean for School

Reach for this book when your child is heading back to school or when you notice they are becoming lax with their handwashing and hygiene habits. It serves as a gentle, practical guide to understanding why staying clean is a responsibility we have to ourselves and our community. The story follows Brother and Sister Bear as they learn the hard way that germs spread quickly in a classroom setting. Through the relatable lens of the Bear family, the book explores themes of personal responsibility and the science of germs in a way that is accessible for children aged 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate the clear, non-scary explanation of how illnesses like the common cold move from person to person. It is an ideal tool for reinforcing daily routines and modeling healthy behaviors without causing unnecessary anxiety about getting sick.