Paddington's Twelve Days of Christmas by Michael Bond - Picture Book Ages 3-6 - Hardcover

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780008664572
Publisher: HarperCollins
Age Range: Ages 3-6 (Preschool-Grade 1)

Overview
Celebrate the holidays with everyone's favorite bear from Peru in this cheerful, sing-along Christmas picture book. When the Brown family bursts into song about all the wonderful gifts they've received, Paddington is stumped—he can't even find his partridge in a pear tree! Determined to solve the merry mystery, Paddington sets off on a delightfully silly search through the house, discovering clues and causing gentle chaos along the way. Playful rhymes echo the classic carol while building toward a heartwarming Christmas Day surprise that captures the joy, humor, and warmth families have loved about Paddington for generations.

About the Book
Paddington's Twelve Days of Christmas takes the beloved carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and turns it into a brand-new festive adventure starring the marmalade-loving bear from Darkest Peru. As the Brown family sings about their holiday gifts—partridges, turtle doves, and all the rest—Paddington realizes he's missing a present of his own and sets off to track down the mysterious partridge in a pear tree. His search leads him through a whirlwind of Christmas mix-ups, mishaps, and laugh-out-loud moments that will feel instantly familiar to fans of the original Paddington stories and the hit movies. Written in rhythmic, read-aloud verse that follows the pattern of the classic song, the book invites children to sing along and predict what comes next, making it a wonderful choice for shared reading at bedtime, in the classroom, or snuggled by the tree. The story builds to a warm, satisfying payoff on Christmas Day, when Paddington's own surprise brings the whole Brown family together. Bright, detailed illustrations bring Windsor Gardens to life in full holiday spirit, capturing snow-dusted streets, twinkling lights, and the cozy chaos of a family Christmas. With its gentle humor, familiar carol structure, and heartfelt ending, this hardcover picture book is a natural companion to the classic Paddington stories and makes a lovely addition to any family's growing collection of Christmas picture books.

Key Benefits

• Sing-along story based on the classic carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas"
• Features Paddington Bear, one of the most beloved characters in children's literature
• Sturdy hardcover format built for repeat holiday reading, year after year
• Playful, rhythmic text perfect for reading aloud to preschoolers and early readers
• Warm, funny story that builds anticipation toward a joyful Christmas Day ending
• Makes an ideal Christmas gift, stocking stuffer, or classroom holiday read-aloud

About the Author
Michael Bond created Paddington Bear in 1958, and the character has since become one of the most cherished figures in children's literature, inspiring beloved books and blockbuster films. Bond passed away in 2017, leaving behind a legacy carried forward by his daughter, Karen Jankel, who continues to write new Paddington adventures that honor her father's warmth, humor, and gentle storytelling style. Together, their work has introduced generations of young readers to Paddington's kind heart and curious spirit, and this festive title continues that tradition with a fresh holiday tale for today's families.

Why You'll Love This Book
A perfect Christmas gift for toddlers and young readers, this cheerful hardcover is ideal for stocking stuffers, holiday classroom read-alouds, or cozy bedtime stories during the holiday season. Paddington's gentle humor and catchy sing-along rhythm make it a joyful addition to any family's growing Christmas book collection, enjoyed year after year.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.