Paddington Plays On - I Can Read Level 1 - Paperback

Join Paddington for a musical adventure in Paddington Plays On! While vacationing with the Brown family in a charming French town, Paddington makes new friends and unexpectedly finds himself marching through the streets as a drummer in the local band. Filled with humour, friendship and Paddington's lovable personality, this delightful story is perfect for beginning readers. Features Reading Level: I Can Read Level 1 – Beginning Reading Format: Paperback Pages: 32 Recommended Age: 4–8 years Author: Michael Bond Illustrator: R. W. Alley Publisher: HarperCollins ISBN: 9780062430700 About the Author Michael Bond (1926–2017) was a celebrated British children's author best known for creating the beloved Paddington Bear. Born in Newbury, England, Bond served in the Royal Air Force and British Army before beginning a career as a television cameraman for the BBC. In 1958, he published his first Paddington story, A Bear Called Paddington, inspired by a teddy bear he purchased in a London department store. His charming stories, filled with gentle humour, kindness and unexpected adventures, quickly became favourites among children and families worldwide. Bond received an OBE in 1997 and a CBE in 2015 for his contributions to children's literature, leaving behind a timeless literary legacy.