Paddington Bear - Books

Books

The first book, A Bear Called Paddington, was published in 1958. Although the books are divided into chapters and each book has a time frame, the stories all work as stand alone stories, and many of them were used like this in the TV series. In order of publication the titles are:

A Bear Called Paddington (1958)

The stories in the first book in the series are:

• Please Look After This Bear – The Browns first meet Paddington at Paddington station.
• A Bear in Hot Water – Paddington's first attempt at having a bath is a disaster.
• Paddington Goes Underground – Paddington's first journey on the Underground causes chaos.
• A Shopping Expedition – Paddington gets lost during a shopping trip.
• Paddington and "The Old Master" – This story introduces Mr Gruber. After hearing Mr Gruber talk about painting, Paddington decides to try his hand at it himself.
• A Visit To the Theatre – Paddington goes to see a play with the Browns.
• Adventure at the Seaside – Paddington takes part in a sandcastle competition.
• A Disappearing Trick – Paddington receives a magic set for his first birthday with the Browns. This story introduces Mr. Curry.

More About Paddington (1959)

The stories in the second book in the series are:

• A Family Group – Paddington takes a family photo of the Browns.
• A Spot of Decorating – Paddington tries to help Mr. Brown by decorating his room whilst the family are out.
• Paddington Turns Detective – Paddington investigates the disappearance of Mr. Brown's prize marrow.
• Paddington and the Bonfire – The Browns hold a bonfire party at No. 32 Windsor Gardens.
• Trouble at No.32 – Paddington catches a nasty chill when a winter prank goes disastrously wrong.
• Paddington and the Christmas Shopping – Paddington buys presents for the Brown family.
• Christmas – Paddington enjoys his first Christmas with the Browns

Paddington Helps Out (1960)

The stories in the third book in the series are:

• A Picnic On The River – Paddington gets more than he bargained for when the Browns hire a boat for a day on the river.
• Paddington Makes A Bid – Mr Gruber takes Paddington to an auction sale.
• Paddington and "Do It Yourself" – After reading a DIY magazine, Paddington tries to make presents for Mr Brown and (reluctantly) Mr Curry.
• A Visit To The Cinema – The Browns go to see a cowboy film. When the special attraction is cancelled, Paddington comes to the rescue.
• Trouble At The Launderette – A reluctant Paddington takes Mr Curry's laundry to be cleaned.
• Paddington Dines Out – The Browns organise a special meal for Paddington's birthday.

Paddington Abroad (1961)

The stories in the fourth book in the series are:

• Paddington Prepares – Mr Brown announces a holiday in France.
• A Visit to the Bank – A misunderstanding causes uproar at the bank.
• Trouble at the Airport – Airport officials suspect Paddington is travelling without a passport.
• Paddington Saves the Day – The Browns' car gets a puncture and Mr. Brown organises an al-fresco meal.
• Paddington and the "Pardon" – Paddington takes part in a local festival.
• A Spot of Fishing – The Browns and Paddington go on a fishing trip and get marooned.
• Paddington Takes to the Road – Paddington participates in the Tour de France.

Paddington at Large (1962)
Paddington Marches On (1964)
Paddington at Work (1966)
Paddington Goes to Town (1968)
Paddington Takes the Air (1970)
Paddington's Garden (1972)
Paddington's Blue Peter Story Book (1973)
Paddington on Top (1974)
Paddington at the Tower (1975)
Paddington Takes the Test (1979)
Paddington on Screen (1980)
Paddington at the Zoo (1984)
Paddington at the Palace (1986)
Paddington in the Garden (2002)
Paddington and the Grand Tour (2003)
Paddington at the Tower (2011)
Paddington Goes for Gold (2012)