I Can Read 1: Paddington’s Prize Picture

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Michael Bond began chronicling Paddington's adventures in his first book, A Bear Called Paddington, published in 1958. Fortunately, bears don't need much encouragement, and Paddington has since filled the pages of twelve further novels, a variety of picture books, and many other projects written for the young at heart. R. W. Alley has illustrated a number of books featuring Paddington Bear. He lives in Barrington, Rhode Island, with his wife, author Zoe B. Alley.

Paddington enters a painting contest after Mr. Gruber shows him how fun it can be. Paddington Bear has charmed readers of all ages for almost 60 years! Now part of the I Can Read line, Michael Bonds classic character will delight beginning readers with his curious nature and nose for adventure. Paddington discovers a love of painting when Mr. Gruber shows him just how fun it can be. But hes not the only one--Mr. Brown has an artistic streak, too. So when a painting contest comes to town, the winning picture is a surprise to all. Because when Paddington is involved, the ordinary turns extraordinary! Paddingtons Prize Picture is a Level One I Can Read book, which means its perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

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