Over 60 years ago, a small bear left Peru with nothing but a suitcase, several jars of marmalade, and a label around his neck that read, "Please look after this bear. Thank you." When he arrived at London's busy Paddington Station, he was discovered by Mr. and Mrs. Brown, who welcomed this lost bear into their family—and their lives would never be the same. Adapted as a story book for readers 4 to 8, Michael Bond's recap of Paddington's earliest adventures—including the memorable scene with his first bath—features R.W. Alley's expressive ink illustrations.