Paddington at the Rainbow’s End and Other Stories

Michael Bond, R. W. Alley

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HarperCollins
31 January 2024

Picture books: character books; Early learning: numbers & counting; Early learning: colours; Early learning: size, shapes & patterns; Humorous stories (Children's&YA)

Three favourite stories of Paddington, the beloved classic bear from Peru, are brought together in this entertaining concept book. Paddington is now a major movie star!

Paddington Bear has been delighting adults and children alike with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures for more than sixty years

Bringing together three simple concept-based stories, this funny book will delight the youngest of Paddington fans as they learn all about numbers, colours and shapes.

Find out what happens at the beach when ten hungry seagulls spot Paddington’s sandwiches, learn which colour Paddington likes best and join him on a surprising hunt for shapes!

The stories included are: Paddington King of the Castle Paddington at the Rainbow’s End Paddington and the Disappearing Sandwich

By: Michael Bond
Illustrated by: R. W. Alley
Imprint: HarperCollins
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 248mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 420g
ISBN: 9780008604004
ISBN 10: 0008604002
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 31 January 2024
Recommended Age: From 1 to 3 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael Bond was born in Newbury, Berkshire on 13 January 1926 and educated at Presentation College, Reading. He served in the Royal Air Force and the British Army before working as a cameraman for BBC TV for 19 years. In 2015, Michael was awarded a CBE for his services to children's literature, to add to the OBE he received in 1997.

Reviews for Paddington at the Rainbow’s End and Other Stories

Praise for the Paddington series: 'I've always had great respect for Paddington… He is a British institution.' Stephen Fry 'Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children's literature.' The Teacher 'Michael Bond's accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children's characters.' The Bookseller Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express