{"product_id":"paddington-classic-story-collection-20-books-set-michael-bond-ages-3-7-paperback","title":"Paddington Classic Story Collection 20 Books Set by Michael Bond - Ages 3-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington And the Christmas Surprise\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington And the Marmalade Maze\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington Goes for Gold\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington King of the Castle\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington The Artist\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington in the Garden\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington and The Disappearing Sandwich\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington At the Carnival\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington Minds the House\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at St Paul's\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington At the Zoo\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Rainbow's End\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Tower\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington At the Fair\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Circus\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington and the Tutti Frutti Rainbow\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Palace\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington and the Grand Tour\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington's Easter Egg Hunt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\nPublisher: HarperCollins\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 3-7 (Preschool-Grade 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBring home the Paddington Classic Story Collection, a cheerful 20-book paperback box set starring Michael Bond's beloved bear from Darkest Peru. From his first arrival at Paddington Station to festive outings, garden mishaps, and circus surprises, each short story is written for young readers building reading confidence. Compact and easy to hold, these paperbacks slip neatly into backpacks, car rides, or bedside stacks. Whether it's a first introduction to Paddington or a welcome return, this set delivers the polite, marmalade-loving charm that has delighted families for generations, all in one tidy, giftable collection built for repeat reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 20-book paperback collection gathers classic Paddington Bear stories by Michael Bond into one convenient set, perfect for children building early reading skills. Each story is short and self-contained, following Paddington as he navigates everyday outings and small adventures around London with his signature politeness, curiosity, and knack for well-meaning mishaps. From a Christmas grotto surprise to a wobbly turn at the circus, a day at the zoo, and a hunt for the perfect Easter egg, the stories keep sentences simple and scenes lively, making them approachable for beginning and developing readers alike. The set opens with the original introduction to Paddington himself — the bear found at the lost-property office with a suitcase, a jar of marmalade, and a note asking that he be looked after — before moving through a rotating cast of everyday settings: gardens, fairs, palaces, and rainbows. Because each title stands on its own, children can dip in and out of the box in any order, rereading favorites or working steadily through all twenty. The familiar illustrations and dependable format make this an easy way to encourage independent reading, while the enduring warmth of Paddington's world offers reassurance to caregivers looking for age-appropriate, values-driven storytelling. As a complete, ready-to-shelve set, it works equally well as a first Paddington introduction for preschoolers or a comforting favorite-character stack for early elementary readers building toward chapter books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 complete paperback Paddington stories in one convenient box set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, self-contained tales ideal for beginning and developing readers ages 3-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic, trusted characters and gentle humor from Michael Bond's Paddington series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact paperback format is easy for small hands to hold and carry anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for read-aloud time, classroom libraries, or independent early reading practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ready-made gift set for birthdays, holidays, or a first Paddington collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington — Introduces the bear from Darkest Peru who arrives at Paddington Station with a suitcase, a jar of marmalade, and a note asking that he be looked after.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington And the Christmas Surprise — The Browns take Paddington to a department store Christmas grotto, where a special present from Santa awaits.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington And the Marmalade Maze — Paddington's love of marmalade leads him into a sticky, maze-like adventure around the neighborhood.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington Goes for Gold — Paddington tries his paw at sporting competition, bringing his usual enthusiasm to the games.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington King of the Castle — Paddington finds himself exploring a castle setting, ready-made for imaginative play.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington The Artist — Paddington experiments with painting and drawing, with predictably messy but well-meaning results.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington in the Garden — A day of gardening gives Paddington plenty of opportunities for cheerful mishaps.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington and The Disappearing Sandwich — A missing sandwich sets off a small mystery for Paddington to solve.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington At the Carnival — Paddington joins the fun and color of a neighborhood carnival outing.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington Minds the House — Left in charge for the day, Paddington does his best to keep the household running smoothly.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at St Paul's — Paddington visits the famous London cathedral, taking in the sights with his usual curiosity.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington At the Zoo — A trip to the zoo brings Paddington face to face with a variety of animals and new surprises.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Rainbow's End — Paddington follows a colorful trail in search of what waits at the rainbow's end.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Tower — Paddington explores a historic London tower on this outing.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington At the Fair — Rides, games, and treats await Paddington during a lively day at the fair.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Circus — When a trapeze artist appears to be in trouble, Paddington rushes to help and turns the show upside down.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington and the Tutti Frutti Rainbow — A colorful, flavor-filled adventure unfolds for Paddington in this playful story.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington at the Palace — Paddington's outing takes him near a grand royal palace setting.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington and the Grand Tour — Paddington sets off on a broader sightseeing adventure in this story.\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddington's Easter Egg Hunt — Paddington joins in the seasonal fun of an Easter egg hunt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMichael Bond, CBE, was an English author best known for creating Paddington Bear, first introduced in 1958. Born in 1926, Bond wrote dozens of stories following Paddington's move from Darkest Peru to London, where he lives with the Brown family and charms everyone with his politeness and knack for well-intentioned trouble. Bond was awarded a CBE for his contribution to children's literature, and Paddington has since become one of Britain's most enduring literary characters, appearing in books, television, and film. This 20-book collection continues that tradition for the youngest Paddington fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith 20 stories in one paperback box, this Paddington set is an easy way to build a home library, stock a classroom shelf, or wrap up a thoughtful birthday or holiday gift. Short chapters suit shared bedtime reading or solo practice, and Paddington's timeless charm keeps kids coming back for more, story after cheerful story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Bond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57112074092918,"sku":"PLD15938","price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/paddington-classic-story-collection-michael-bond-paperback.jpg?v=1786061322","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/paddington-classic-story-collection-20-books-set-michael-bond-ages-3-7-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}