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The Paddington Treasury
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1958 · Est. 3.5 hour read
A Bear Called Paddington
By Michael Bond, Peggy Fortnum (Illustrator)
Part of the Paddington Bear Chapter series
A bear from Peru turns a family's life upside down with his whimsical adventures.
174 pages· 23,962 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
When the Browns discover a bear from Peru at Paddington Station, they have no idea how much their lives will change. With a suitcase, a peculiar hat, and a sign asking for care, Paddington Bear brings chaos and charm to their home. His well-meaning antics lead to humorous misadventures, transforming ordinary days into extraordinary tales. As Paddington navigates his new world, will the Browns manage to keep up with his delightful unpredictability? Discover the heartwarming and comedic journey of a bear who finds a family and a place to belong.
From the publisher
Paddington first charmed American audiences forty years ago. Now a new generation will surely be won over by Paddington’s particular brand of preposterous humor and gentle satire. The Browns first meet Paddington on a railway platform in London. He is sitting on a battered suitcase, wearing an odd-looking hat and a sign around his neck that reads, “Please look after this bear. Thank you.” And that is just what they do, unaware that home will never be the same once Paddington becomes a member of the family.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 174
- Words
- 23,962
- Reading age
- 7–11
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 750L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.8
out of 7
5.8
“Paddington is completely lovable! Charming story of a sweet bear and his adventures in London.”
B is for Bookworm
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.7
- F&P level
- ~R
- AR points
- 4
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 154
Publication
- Published
- July 22, 2014
- First published
- October 13, 1958
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780062312181
- LCCN
- 2013956796
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