Burpee Bears Books in Order

The Burpee Bears series brings Joe Wicks's love of movement into a bright picture book world, created with children's author Vivian French and illustrator Paul Howard. Each book follows a cheerful family of bears as they muddle through everyday life while staying active and curious.

At the heart of the series is the Burpee family, two parents and their cubs, who wake up late, spill breakfast, argue over shoes and lose track of time just like real families do. The stories turn small domestic dramas into opportunities to run, jump, stretch and solve problems together.

Every title blends a warm narrative with simple, follow along exercises and a couple of easy recipes. A typical book opens with the bears tackling a familiar situation, then shifts into a spread of child friendly moves and healthy snacks that grown ups and kids can try side by side.

The books are pitched at preschool and early elementary readers, roughly ages three to six, but they land just as well with slightly older siblings who like to show off each move. Adults get clear prompts on the page, so it is easy to join in even if you are not used to leading activities.

In the first book, The Burpee Bears, readers meet the whole family and see how they handle the usual ups and downs of a busy day. Getting dressed, playing in the park and coping with little setbacks are all framed as chances to move their bodies and reset their mood.

A Christmas Adventure has the bears racing through deep snow to bring Christmas to Granny Bear when she cannot reach them, wrapping festive excitement around outdoor play, stretches and cosy kitchen moments. Bedtime for the Burpee Bears focuses on the nightly wind down, from chaotic toothbrushing and backwards pyjamas to the quiet, snuggly routines that help everyone finally drift off.

Across the series the tone stays light, energetic and reassuring. Young readers are encouraged to copy the actions on the page, follow along with star jumps or gentle twists, and help with simple snacks that make healthy food feel fun instead of fussy. The result is a set of books that work as lively stories, mini workout sessions and invitations to talk about how it feels to be part of a family.

If you are looking for stories that function as a kind of story time workout, Burpee Bears fills that gap without feeling like a lesson. The focus stays on laughter, connection and tiny everyday wins rather than perfect form.