Winnie's Great War
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"A buoyant, thoughtful narrative with strong themes of friendship, courage, loyalty and kindness. . . . This engaging little novel would make a wonderful read-aloud in the classroom or at bedtime." — Canadian Children's Book News
Even as a cub, there was something special about that bear. She longed to climb higher than any bear had ever gone. She wasn't afraid to ask a squirrel for help. She wondered if there was anything bigger than the Woods.
And then, on August twenty-four, 1914, she met Lieutenant Harry Colebourn. He named her Winnie and made her the mascot of the Second Canadian Infantry Brigade. Together they crossed the ocean to where the Great War raged. It was a time of close calls, thrilling triumphs, painful sacrifice, and great friendship. By war's end, millions knew her name when she became the inspiration for Winnie-the-Pooh.
"Oh my, how I love Winnie's Great War . An incandescent celebration of friendship and courage, this perfect little book is one to cherish. A triumph." —Katherine Applegate, author of the Endling series and The One and Only Ivan
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About the author
Joshua Greenhut is a consultant and writer. He lives in Toronto with his family.
Sophie Blackall is the illustrator of many acclaimed picture books, including Finding Winnie and Hello Lighthouse as well as a number of beloved novels, including the series Ivy and Bean and The Witches of Benevento. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.
