The brilliance of these books is in the detail outstanding illustrations are a hallmark of Jane Hissey’s work and this new book does not disappoint. They have a timeless quality to them and continue to appeal to children across generations. The very idea that toys might be able to come alive and have adventures of their own is such a magical one and it has been portrayed so beautifully across all the Old Bear stories. Especially as it is about a birthday party which are of course the most exciting things when you’re four.
I’m happy to say that I have passed on my love of Old Bear to my four year old and he was really excited to read this new story.
That is until Elsie almost ends up getting blown away by a gust of wind! Thankfully, these brave toys are always ready to rescue a friend in need and the party is saved, just in time for cake. Elsie is trying her best to help everyone but whilst her enthusiasm can’t be faulted she is a little over excitable and somewhat clumsy!Īfter some exuberant present wrapping and a near miss with the cake the party gets underway. All the toys are busying themselves with the preparations Little Bear is wrapping presents, Jolly Tall is on balloons and Bramwell Brown has the job of making the cake. Old Bear is a much loved member of the family of toys and as his birthday approaches his friends are preparing to make his day just as special as he is with a party in the garden. We even have a new character in this book, a very lovable elephant named Elsie. Happy Birthday Old Bear published by Scribblers. Old Bear is one of my favourite books from when I was a child (read our review here), it was published 30 years ago and now, author and illustrator Jane Hissey has written a new book to celebrate.
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