Freddy The Not-Teddy

(Hardback)

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Freddy is certainly not a Teddy, but that wont stop him from being the star of the Teddy Bears Picnic in this inspiring story about inclusion, friendship and staying true to yourself.

Freddy is Jonahs favourite stuffed toy, but no one knows quite what Freddy is a funky duck, a peculiar platypus, a punk rock penguin When Jonahs teacher announces that theyre going to have a Teddy Bears Picnic, it seems that if Jonah wants to take Freddy, Freddy will have to go in disguise!

Jonah and Freddy try all of their best Teddy Bear disguises, but nothing can quite cover up the fact that Freddy is a little different. What should Jonah do He loves Freddy, but should he still take Freddy to the picnic if he doesnt look like all the other teddies

Find out what happens when Jonah stands up for himself and for his beloved Freddy in a heart-warming story that will resonate with any child who has ever felt like theyre a little different. A celebration of inclusivity and being kind to others, Freddy the Not-Teddy will inspire young readers to express themselves just as they are!

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The message of the story is powerful throughout and reminds children of the importance to be kind and to respond to others as they would want to be treated.

Freddy the Not-Teddy is beautifully illustrated by Hilary Jean Tapper using a watercolour look that gives it quite a unique feel to the heart-warming story.

Author Bio

Kristen Schroeder writes for children from her home in Minnesota, where she lives with her family. Freddy the Not-Teddy was inspired by her sons favourite stuffed toy, Freddy. Hilary Jean Tapper is a picture book illustrator, perpetually enchanted by the magic of watercolour and small folk. She has drawn small persons since she herself was a small person and youll find such naughty wee characters on everything she touches!