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Paddington at Work

By Michael Bond

Part of the Paddington series

Adjectives

humorous charming adventurous

Genres

Classics Adventure Humour

Synopsis

After returning from Peru, Paddington Bear dives into new adventures, from assisting a Russian ballet dancer to attempting a stint as a barber. His earnest efforts, often fuelled by marmalade sandwiches, lead to humorous mishaps, including serving 'baked elastic' instead of Baked Alaska. This delightful tale showcases Paddington's endearing charm and knack for turning everyday situations into extraordinary escapades.

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

143 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

1998

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