A review by dscholl
Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear by Lindsay Mattick

5.0

1. 2016 Caldecott Medal
2. Grades Kindergarten-Grade 3
3. Finding Winnie tells the true story of Winnie-the-Pooh. With detailed illustrations it tells of the man who found her, raised her, and left her to be loved by a young boy. The story is the inspiration for the beloved Disney character and how her remarkable life influenced the stories.
4. This is a remarkable book that anyone will love, regardless of their knowledge of Winnie-the-Pooh. It is endearing and tells a positive message about following one's heart and that inspiration may come in the most unusual of places.
5. This is excellent for a read aloud, to teach students about caring, kindness and friendship. It can also make a great example of how to let small pleasures in life inspire great stories.