My Father Is a Polar Bear
By Michael Morpurgo
Could a polar bear really be Andrew and Terry’s long-lost father?
heart-warming · imaginative · humorous · thought-provoking
Genres
What is My Father Is a Polar Bear about?
Andrew and his brother Terry are fascinated by a poster showing a polar bear in a theatre show. Terry insists the bear is really their long-lost father, who they have never met. Curious and full of questions, the boys set off to find the theatre and discover the truth. As Andrew tries to understand how someone can be a father, an actor and a polar bear all at once, the brothers uncover a surprising story about family, imagination and love.
About the author
Michael Morpurgo is a much-loved British author who has written over a hundred books for children. He is best known for his story 'War Horse', which was made into a play and a film. Michael often writes about animals and adventures, inspiring children to imagine exciting worlds and discover the magic of stories.
Pages
59 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
2015
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