The Berenstain Bears
Join the fun-loving Berenstain Bears for exciting adventures in Bear Country: Sister gets her first tooth; Papa and the cubs learn how to cope around the house without Mama; the kids adopt one of Farmer Ben's new puppies; and more.
- 2003-2004
- 3 seasons
- PBS Kids
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Family
- TV-Y
Join the fun-loving Berenstain Bears for exciting adventures in Bear Country: Sister gets her first tooth; Papa and the cubs learn how to cope around the house without Mama; the kids adopt one of Farmer Ben's new puppies; and more.
Season 3 Episode Guide
14 Episodes 2004
Episode 1
New Neighbors/The Big Election
Wed, Nov 17, 2004 12 mins
The Bears' next-door neighbors move in and they have trouble adjusting to their new neighbors, especially Papa. At first, Papa isn't used to the different neighbors apart from the ones they used to have. Mama and the cubs show Papa how good different neighbors can be; When Papa's complaints to the Mayor aren't addressed, he decides to take matters into his own hands and run for mayor. When Papa finds out just how hard it actually is to be elected as mayor, he decides to drop out of the election and let Mayor Honeypot be the true mayor.
Episode 2
At the Giant Mall/The Giddy Grandma
Thu, Nov 18, 2004 12 mins
When the Bear Family visit the new mall, they're amazed by the sheer size of it. It's huge. Then, Sister Bear is looking for a bear she admires the most. And that's Grizzly Gran.
Episode 3
Think of Those in Need/The Hiccup Cure
Fri, Nov 19, 2004 12 mins
Brother and Sister donate a few of their old belongings to the elderly at the Bears' Retirement Home. When Brother accidentally donates his favorite book, he finds out that giving someone your time to read it is just as important as giving away your things. Then, when Papa is pressed for time, he eats his food too quickly, inducing hiccups. Mama and the cubs try all they could to stop them. Dr. Grizzly shows them exactly how hiccups are caused, and Papa decides to eat more slowly from now on.
Episode 4
Go to the Movies/Car Trip
Mon, Nov 22, 2004 12 mins
Mama plans a movie night so the family can spend time together. But will they arrive in time? Then, the cubs are excited about going on a family trip, until they find out they're going on a tour of Bear Country's National Parks.
Episode 5
Pet Show/Pick Up and Put Away
Tue, Nov 23, 2004 12 mins
Brother wants to take part in the local pet show, but Sister has already entered their dog Little Lady, and the show entrance is limited to one owner per pet.
Episode 6
Hug and Make Up/Big Road Race
Wed, Nov 24, 2004 12 mins
When Brother and his pals decide they're going to join forces and build a car for the upcoming go cart race, Cousin Fred puts himself in charge of designing the car, Too Tall puts himself in charge of getting the parts, and Brother puts himself in charge of building it.
Episode 7
Attic Treasure/Moving Day
Thu, Nov 25, 2004 12 mins
While digging through the attic looking for something of historic importance to donate to the History of Bear Country exhibit, Mama, Papa and the cubs come across all sorts of family mementos.
Episode 8
Gotta Dance/The Bad Dream
Fri, Nov 26, 2004 12 mins
The Bear Country Spring Fling is coming up and Mama and Papa are going to kick it off with a dance demonstration. Then, Brother and Sister love the Space Grizzlies TV show, but Sister finds that a villain is just a little too scary for her.
Episode 9
Say Please and Thank You/Help Around the Workshop
Mon, Nov 29, 2004 12 mins
A lack of manners at school frustrates Sister, while Brother also forgets his manners. With Mama's and Papa's advice about using the magic words "please" and "thank you", Sister and Brother mend their troubles by saying those words to everyone at school the next day, especially their school custodian. Then, Papa is on a tight schedule for an order from the Squire, Brother, Sister and Mama try to help by organizing his messy workshop, but chaos ensues despite their efforts.
Episode 10
White Water Adventure/Showdown at Birder's Wood
Tue, Nov 30, 2004 12 mins
When Too Tall and the gang decide they're going to build 'a most excellent' tree fort in a big old tree in Birder's Wood, Brother, Sister and their pals try to convince the gang otherwise in order to protect a rare bird nesting in the same tree.
Episode 11
That Stump Must Go/Draw It
Wed, Dec 1, 2004 12 mins
Papa and the cubs each have a problem. No matter what he tries, Papa can't remove an old tree stump that's obstructing his view of his garden. No matter what Brother and Sister try, the scarecrow they're building for Papa's garden actually attracts the birds instead of scaring them away.
Episode 12
Papa's Pizza/The Female Fullback
Thu, Dec 2, 2004 12 mins
When Brother and Sister invite a lot of friends over, they have trouble deciding what to make for lunch. Each friend has some foods they like and dislike, and it's hard for Brother and Sister to keep track. Papa, however, has a way that everybody can be happy and have what they want. He can make them pizza; Brother, Cousin Fred and Too Tall enlist the help of Betsy Broom to help them win their upcoming football game. Betsy, however, also has activities she needs to tend to. With help from the cubs, Betsy helps them in return with their football plays.
Episode 13
Bears for All Seasons/Grow It
Fri, Dec 3, 2004 12 mins
Strange weather patterns ruin the cubs' family plans. Mama and Papa tell the cubs not to dwell on the past and to enjoy what the new day has to offer no matter what kind of weather it brings; Sister gets frustrated and impatient when both her fur and her seed aren't growing quickly. Mama and Gramps tell Sister that things can't be rushed and they need patience to help grow.
Episode 14
Go Up and Down/Big Bear, Small Bear
Mon, Dec 6, 2004 12 mins
The Bears are invited to the Bruins' cottage to do some fishing. Papa gets so excited he ignores Sister's and Brother's suggestions of preparation. Every time a cub needs something they forget to take with them for fishing, Papa has to go up and down the steps to get it for them. The cubs all show Papa how important it is to plan ahead and list everything they might need to take; Brother gets his own key to the tree house which causes him to think strongly about growing up. When he helps Papa with some grown-up work, Sister and the other cubs think he has no more time to play with them. Papa shows Brother that just like grown-ups, cubs have important jobs too.
