Paddington Bear has long been a favorite among toddlers. Here are two original board book stories specially written for his younger fans. Michael Bonds sprightly verse, paired with R. W. Alleys bright, cheerful illustrations, bring the beloved bear to life for a whole new audience.In Paddington Bear Goes to Market, follow Paddington Bear as he makes his morning rounds at the Portobello Market, where all the shopkeepers greet him by name. First stop: a very special (and tasty) errand for his friend, Mr. Gruber. Paddington Bear has long been a favorite among toddlers. Here are two original board book stories specially written for his younger fans. Michael Bonds sprightly verse, paired with R. W. Alleys bright, cheerful illustrations, bring the beloved bear to life for a whole new audience.In Paddington Bear Goes to Market, follow Paddington Bear as he makes his morning rounds at the Portobello Market, where all the shopkeepers greet him by name. First stop: a very special (and tasty) errand for his friend, Mr. Gruber. 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 Zoë B. Alley.