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Paddington

By Michael Bond

A suitcase, marmalade and one curious bear turn ordinary family life upside down.

funny · heartwarming · adventurous · classic

Genres

Classics Humour Friendship/Family

What is Paddington about?

When the Brown family discover a small bear sitting alone at Paddington Station, they take him home and promise to look after him. Paddington has travelled all the way from Peru with a battered suitcase, a red hat and a love of marmalade sandwiches. Soon, his polite manners and curious nature lead to a series of comic mishaps, from disastrous baths to adventures on the Underground. Though life with Paddington is never ordinary, the Browns quickly learn that he is a very special bear.

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

32 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2008

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