Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear

What do our readers think of Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the wild humour, silly language, funny characters and opportunities to read in daft voices.

What does the Pageticker team say about Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear?

Andy Stanton’s fifth Mr Gum adventure is a whirl of bears, balloons, sea captains and spectacularly silly wordplay. Polly’s courage and kindness keep the chaos on course, whilst the deliberately rude humour and comic cruelty make this best suited to children who enjoy their stories loud, bonkers and just a little bit grubby. A brilliant choice for confident readers and reluctant readers alike.

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What is Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear about?

Join Mr Gum in his fifth uproarious adventure, where a bear named Padlock, hot air balloons, and mad sea captains await. With a cast of quirky characters and a whirlwind of absurd events, this tale is a rollicking ride of humour and excitement. Perfect for readers who love a good laugh and a wild story.

About the author

Andy Stanton is a brilliant British author best known for his hilarious 'Mr Gum' books. His stories are full of silly jokes, wild adventures, and unforgettable characters that make readers laugh out loud. Andy loves creating funny worlds where anything can happen, and he hopes his stories inspire children to enjoy reading and use their imagination.

Discussion ideas around Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear

Goodness and greed: How do Polly and Mr Gum show very different ideas about what matters, and whose choices do you understand best?

Animal freedom: What should happen when people use animals for entertainment, and how does Padlock’s situation make you think about that?

Nonsense and humour: Which kinds of silliness make the story funny, for example, strange words, ridiculous characters, surprising events or something else?

Bravery: Polly faces some very odd dangers. What makes someone brave when they are frightened or unsure?

Life at sea: What might be exciting and what might be difficult about travelling with a crew such as Captain Brazil’s?