The Bear Who Wanted to Read by Lee Davis

WHEN BEN THE BEAR first comes to live with Max and Jenny he doesn't know what books are for. Then he hears Jenny read a bedtime story. Thrilled by the magic of books and the stories inside, Ben wants to learn to read. But how? A chance meeting with Tim, a friendly tiger, helps him to get started.

Susan Winter's delicate illustrations combine with a charming story to help young children develop an awareness of words and letter sounds, and to encourage them to take their own first steps in learning to read.