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vikingwolf's review against another edition
4.0
Paddington is somewhat excited by the idea of his first riverside picnic and boat ride but Mr Brown causes trouble by having Paddington as his assistant and shouting maritime instructions at the very confused bear, leading to disasters involving bears and old hats. Mr Gruber decides to take Paddington on a trip to an auction house, knowing how keen his friend is in experiencing new adventures and going on outings. But if you are going to take a bear to a sale like that, is is a good idea to explain to him how easy it is to bid without meaning to! The bear in question though is determined to make full use of the items that he ends up buying which as always will be bad news for mean Mr Curry!
My Curry takes advantage of Paddington's good nature and wants a magazine rack made with Paddington's new tools. Having Paddington in your house for any reason is bad news but especially when he is armed to the teeth with a tool kit! Mistakes can happen to anyone but Paddington has a habit of trying to sort things and making it worse-which of course is what happens here. For the Browns, having their bear create chaos in Mr Curry's house is one thing but when it occurs in your home it is something quite different. With the children back at school and Mrs Bird away, it is up to Paddington to look after Mr and Mrs Brown when they are sick in their bed. Digging out recipies to try on the sick causes something quite scary to happen in the kitchen and an SOS to Mr Gruber is required!
Paddington decides on a visit to the laundrette to keep up with the laundry but without really knowing how to operate the machine, that was always going to begin another episode of water based fun. Again the cartoons for the story are very funny! Mr Brown makes another terrible decision to have a posh anniversary dinner in celebration of Paddington's first year with the family. Paddington is busy wondering whether they have marmalade sandwiches and the waiting staff are unsure how to deal with an awkward bear customer at such a posh dinery! It was amusing to watch the crisis developing!
I love how polite Paddington is with everyone, always raising his hat in respect to people wherever he goes which of course causes all kinds of trouble at the auction. If only people in our countries had the same manners as bears from Darkest Peru then things would improve! Nobody can doubt that he is a kind and thoughtful bear but he really needs to ask for help instead of blundering about! And WHY does anyone do anything for that miserly Mr Curry! Stop him from taking advantage of poor Paddington! I have no sympathy each time that bear destroys a bit of Mr Curry's home and garden! Give him your stare Paddington!
Another entertaining few stories about Paddington and his friends.
My Curry takes advantage of Paddington's good nature and wants a magazine rack made with Paddington's new tools. Having Paddington in your house for any reason is bad news but especially when he is armed to the teeth with a tool kit! Mistakes can happen to anyone but Paddington has a habit of trying to sort things and making it worse-which of course is what happens here. For the Browns, having their bear create chaos in Mr Curry's house is one thing but when it occurs in your home it is something quite different. With the children back at school and Mrs Bird away, it is up to Paddington to look after Mr and Mrs Brown when they are sick in their bed. Digging out recipies to try on the sick causes something quite scary to happen in the kitchen and an SOS to Mr Gruber is required!
Paddington decides on a visit to the laundrette to keep up with the laundry but without really knowing how to operate the machine, that was always going to begin another episode of water based fun. Again the cartoons for the story are very funny! Mr Brown makes another terrible decision to have a posh anniversary dinner in celebration of Paddington's first year with the family. Paddington is busy wondering whether they have marmalade sandwiches and the waiting staff are unsure how to deal with an awkward bear customer at such a posh dinery! It was amusing to watch the crisis developing!
I love how polite Paddington is with everyone, always raising his hat in respect to people wherever he goes which of course causes all kinds of trouble at the auction. If only people in our countries had the same manners as bears from Darkest Peru then things would improve! Nobody can doubt that he is a kind and thoughtful bear but he really needs to ask for help instead of blundering about! And WHY does anyone do anything for that miserly Mr Curry! Stop him from taking advantage of poor Paddington! I have no sympathy each time that bear destroys a bit of Mr Curry's home and garden! Give him your stare Paddington!
Another entertaining few stories about Paddington and his friends.
aylea's review against another edition
4.0
This review published by Brigham Young University's The Children's Book and Media Review
Paddington can’t seem to stop having misadventures in his life in London. In one adventure, Paddington falls in a river and loses his hat, but manages to rescue it in the end. Paddington attends an auction, tries to make a magazine rack, does laundry, and goes to the cinema for the first time. He even tries to cook dinner and take care of Mr. and Mrs. Brown when they get ill. No matter what he tries to do, Paddington runs into trouble, but always comes out with a positive attitude and a good experience.
These new, brightly colored editions of the Paddington books can help a new generation of readers love the classic stories. Some of the moments are very British and younger readers might need explanations on certain English terms like cinema, but readers who are a little older or reading with their parents will love the adventures that Paddington has. Paddington Helps Out is another classic that children of all ages can enjoy.
Paddington can’t seem to stop having misadventures in his life in London. In one adventure, Paddington falls in a river and loses his hat, but manages to rescue it in the end. Paddington attends an auction, tries to make a magazine rack, does laundry, and goes to the cinema for the first time. He even tries to cook dinner and take care of Mr. and Mrs. Brown when they get ill. No matter what he tries to do, Paddington runs into trouble, but always comes out with a positive attitude and a good experience.
These new, brightly colored editions of the Paddington books can help a new generation of readers love the classic stories. Some of the moments are very British and younger readers might need explanations on certain English terms like cinema, but readers who are a little older or reading with their parents will love the adventures that Paddington has. Paddington Helps Out is another classic that children of all ages can enjoy.
piasargent's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
askirmishofwit's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Yet more mishaps and shenanigans courtesy of the cutest little brown bear.
thejenjineer's review against another edition
5.0
I love the magical world that is Paddington's London. There's always interesting places to see (made even more interesting by Paddington's sense of wonder), there's always good people behind stern expressions, and everything will always work out well if you're patient and kind.
jessiejap's review against another edition
5.0
i love this little bear <3
(and i love the insight into life in the 1950s that this book gives!)
(and i love the insight into life in the 1950s that this book gives!)
jessicahhh's review against another edition
5.0
i love this little bear <3
(and i love the insight into life in the 1950s that this book gives!)
(and i love the insight into life in the 1950s that this book gives!)
manwithanagenda's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
There's still a lot of charm to the stories, but there does seem to be a lack of spark in this volume with just one or two exceptions.
Paddington steps up to take care of the Browns while they are sick in bed. He also almost loses his hat to the river, visits the cinema and, my favorite, goes to an auction with Mr. Gruber.
Paddington Bear
Next: 'Paddington Abroad'
Previous: 'More About Paddington'
Paddington steps up to take care of the Browns while they are sick in bed. He also almost loses his hat to the river, visits the cinema and, my favorite, goes to an auction with Mr. Gruber.
Paddington Bear
Next: 'Paddington Abroad'
Previous: 'More About Paddington'
helenh1975's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0