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Paddington and the Knickerbocker Rainbow

By Michael Bond

Part of the Paddington series

Adjectives

charming humorous heartwarming

Genres

Animals Humour Friendship/Family

Synopsis

When the Brown family takes Paddington to the seaside, a sudden storm threatens to spoil their fun. Seeking shelter in an ice cream parlour, Paddington is captivated by a colourful dessert called a Knickerbocker Glory. Determined to order one, he amusingly struggles to pronounce its name. Once he succeeds, he's rewarded with the towering treat. As the sun re-emerges, a vibrant rainbow appears, mirroring his dessert. Inspired, Paddington makes a heartfelt wish, hoping for a Knickerbocker Glory every day.

About the author

Michael Bond was a well-loved British author who created the adventures of Paddington Bear, a polite bear from Peru who loves marmalade. His stories about Paddington’s mischief and kindness have delighted children for many years. Michael Bond enjoyed writing books that made people smile and brought families together through reading.

Pages

28 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

1984

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