A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond with drawings by Peggy Fortnum is a delightful read. This post will be in a Q&A style.

What led you to pick up this book?

I picked this book as a follow-up read from Paddington Takes to TV.

What did you like most about the book?

I loved how the Brown family found the bear in the Paddington train station and names him after the station. The tag found on Paddington is so cute: “Please look after this bear. Thank you.” I loved how Mr Brown, Mrs Brown, the children Judy and Jonathan Brown, and their housekeeper Mrs Bird, love him and treat him like one of their own. I particularly like Mrs Bird’s reaction when she sees Paddington:

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Then she stopped speaking and stared at Paddington. “Whatever have you got there?” she asked. “What is it?” “It’s not a what,” said Judy. “It’s a bear. His name’s Paddington.” Paddington raised his hat.

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Isn't Paddington a sweet bear and one with great manners?

What did you like least?

Nothing!

What did you think of the main character?

It is so nice getting to know Paddington. He is such a lovable young bear, and one that talks, reads and writes! It seems he has a knack for getting into trouble but also always manages to get out of it. He has a good friend in Mr Gruber who is an antique shop owner and often consults with him.

What about the ending?

I love how Paddington gets ‘inducted’ into the Brown family and becomes a very close member.

Would you recommend this book and re-read it?

Yes and yes.

Should anyone NOT be encouraged to read it? Why?

Please read it. It’s Paddington Bear!

Would you read more Paddington books?

For sure. I am so ready to move on to Paddington’s other stories.