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We have all had a special teddy, the teddy which is not perfect, the one that would never be classed as beautiful but the one that is loved more than any other. Threadbear is that very teddy. The man who made him put so much stuffing in him that his arms and legs were too hard. Sadly, because of all the extra stuffing, the squeaker in his stomach has never squeaked. Not once. Ever. Threadbear feels he is letting his Ben down, so he embarks on a mission to fix his squeaker. He tries and tries but fails, until he decides that there is one special person he must meet and maybe this will be the only person who can fix his squeaker.
Originally published in 1990, ''Threadbear'' is a classic children's story and I do mean classic. This book will delight children today just as it first did 26 years ago. Children love a story about a teddy bear and particularly one who looks like Threadbear: two different eyes, patches on his arms and additional stitching around his joints. Add a little festive sparkle and this book is a real winner. If that is not enough, the book is beautifully produced with fold-out pages, a sheer delight for children. I read this to both my children (aged 4 and 7) and they both loved the story and thought the fold-out parts were brilliant – the unexpectedness of these parts gives the book a really special feel. Produced by Hodder ChildernChildren's Books, Threadbear is a quality book with thick durable pages. It will last the many times children will be pulling the fold-out pages – they won't fall out on the first reading.
The illustrations play a significant part in the story. They are simple and eye-catching and will easily support discussions on empathy regarding Threadbear's emotions throughout the story. This is a perfect story for cuddling up at bedtime on a winter evening. Very highly recommended.
