The Last Bear Hannah Gold Hb

April travels with her father to a remote Arctic island where she is told there are no polar bears left. Discovering one changes everything, drawing her into a friendship that demands courage and practical action. Hannah Gold's moving adventure connects a child's loneliness with the effects of a changing climate, showing how compassion can become determination when someone refuses to turn away from an animal in need.

Age suitability and learning: Primary (6-8), Older children (9-12). The longer narrative suits children ready to sustain attention across a developing story, whether reading independently or sharing it aloud. Following characters and events supports comprehension, vocabulary and reading stamina; discussing motives, settings and choices encourages inference, empathy and imaginative thinking.

Available at QT Toys in Battersea.