When she spills her milk, Sister Bear uses a new word she heard on a video, and a surprised Mama Bear explains to her that some words are not polite to use.
"After causing a family commotion when they fight with each other, the Berenstain cubs learn that sometimes even the best of friends don't get along."--Title page verso.
Papa Bear makes it clear to his family that he does not believe in celebrating Father's Day, then changes his opinion but fears it may be too late for any special treatment.
Members of the Bear family commit themselves to so many time-consuming activities that the resulting stress brings on a crisis and makes them admit that there are only so many hours in a day.