Paddington Abroad - a vacation education recommendation


 One of our favorite activities as a family is to read books aloud together. Even the teenagers still come and listen sometimes. This last week we read a wonderful story that fits right into the Vacation Education theme of this blog. Reading together is not only a free activity, it is educational, enjoyable, and gives you shared stories for life.

We just finished the lovely story of Paddington Abroad There are various options on Amazon, such as a 19 book set on audio or hardcover. This particular copy came to us via a yard sale - my favorite way to get books. Your local library likely has a copy as well. Paddington Bear has been a popular character in children's books for a long time.

In Paddington Abroad, the Browns take a trip from London to France. We read about the planning and packing process for Paddington, as Mr. Brown has put Paddington in charge of the itinerary. A huge responsibility for a little bear.

Then, there is the whole passport fiasco at the airport.

But, of course, they do make it to France, after all. Here, Paddington has even more adventures. 

It is an exciting story for young and old alike. You will learn about the landscape, the architecture, and the food of France. You will also learn a bit about their culture and holidays, and the Tour de France too. Paddington manages to get himself mixed up in a lot of things while in France, and readers get to join him in the fun.

Of course, it all comes out alright in the end. It is a lovely story to read together just before embarking on a journey of your own, or to listen to in the car along the way to spark the imagination of your child about what sorts of adventures might lie ahead for them. 

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