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Michael Bond Books: Biography, Best Books & Where to Read Them

1926–2017 · Newbury, England
📖 Best for: K–2nd grade (ages 5–8) · Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11)

Michael Bond booksbooks by Michael BondA Bear Called PaddingtonMore About PaddingtonPaddington Helps OutPaddington at Large

Michael Bond books in order · Borrow free (Open Library & your library) · Free books like these

Who is Michael Bond?

Michael Bond created Paddington, the polite bear from “darkest Peru” found at Paddington Station with a label reading “Please look after this bear. Thank you.” A Bear Called Paddington (1958) began a series of more than 20 books.

Where to start

New to Michael Bond? Start with A Bear Called Paddington.

Michael Bond’s best-known books, in order

Michael Bond’s books are under copyright, so Pagine doesn’t host them — but you can borrow every title below free. Tap Local library to see which libraries near you have it, Libby / OverDrive to borrow the ebook or audiobook with your library card, or Open Library for free online lending.

  1. A Bear Called Paddington (1958)
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  2. More About Paddington (1959)
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  3. Paddington Helps Out (1960)
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  4. Paddington Abroad (1961)
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  5. Paddington at Large (1962)
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Why did the polar bear leave
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London Town
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Bear Goes Fishing!
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Bhabhloo Bear's Adventure
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Chittu Makes Peace with Little Bear
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Fifi and Teddy
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The Dream Pillow
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Climate changes effect on polar bears
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Denslow's Three Bears
Denslow's Three Bears
W. W. Denslow
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In the Land of the Great Snow Bear: A Tale of Love and Heroism
In the Land of the Great Snow Bear: A Tale of Love and Heroism
Gordon Stables
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Johnny Bear, and Other Stories from Lives of the Hunted
Johnny Bear, and Other Stories from Lives of the Hunted
Ernest Thompson Seton
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The Jungle Book
The Jungle Book
Rudyard Kipling
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Bond?

Michael Bond created Paddington, the polite bear from “darkest Peru” found at Paddington Station with a label reading “Please look after this bear. Thank you.” A Bear Called Paddington (1958) began a series of more than 20 books.

What is Michael Bond’s most famous book?

A Bear Called Paddington is a great place to start; other favourites include More About Paddington, Paddington Helps Out, Paddington at Large.

What age are Michael Bond’s books for?

Michael Bond’s books are best for k–2nd grade (ages 5–8) · grades 3–5 (ages 8–11).

Can I read Michael Bond’s books free online?

Michael Bond’s books are still under copyright, so they are not free to download. You can borrow them free: from your public library (search WorldCat), as ebooks and audiobooks with a library card through Libby/OverDrive, or from Open Library’s free lending. Pagine links to each below, and suggests similar books you can read free right now.

Where can I borrow Michael Bond books near me?

Search WorldCat to see which libraries near you have a copy, or ask your school or public library. Most libraries also lend Michael Bond ebooks and audiobooks free through the Libby app.

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