A Bear Called Paddington

Michael Bond • Anthropomorphism

The Dart is the monthly digital product that features copywork and dictation passages from a specific read aloud novel (you purchase or obtain the novels separately). It's geared toward children ages 8–10 (kids learning to read and write) and is an indispensable tool for parents who want to mechanics and literature in a natural, literature-bathed context. 

This handbook contains the following features:

• 4 Passages (one per week) for copywork/dictation
• Notes about grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary, and literary devices
• Weekly Reading Guide
• Dart Planner and Skills Tracker
• Highlight each week: copywork and three dictation practices
• Literary Device: Anthropomorphism
• Writing Activity: Invent an Anthropomorphic Character
• Big Juicy Questions
• Book Club Party Ideas
• 54 pages
• Publication Date: August 2024
  

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About the book

Paddington Bear had traveled all the way from Peru when the Browns first met him in Paddington Station. Since then, their lives have never been quite the same . . . for ordinary things become extraordinary when a bear called Paddington is involved.

First published in 1958, A Bear Called Paddington is the first novel by Michael Bond, chronicling the adventures of this lovable bear. Paddington has charmed readers for generations with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.– Amazon

Purchase A Bear Called Paddington novel here.

This Dart is also part of the 2024-2025 Year-Long Dart program.