Freddie goes swimming; Freddie gets dressed; Freddie visits the doctor; Freddie goes to playgroup

Printed on 'sturdy card pages for maximum wear and tear', these four titles feature a small boy and his go-everywhere toy bear engaged in the usual round of toddler activities - they learn to dress themselves; they enjoy a straightforward visit to a freindly doctor who examines Bear too; they have a successful trip to the oddly-punctuated 'Learner's pool' (sic), and a fun first morning at playgroup where even Bear is pleased to make a new friend. Bear is useful for expressing Freddie's emotions and the books are reassuringly matter-of-fact about new experiences. The friendly illustrations are reminiscent of Helen Oxenbury's, with occasional glimpses of humour - check out the assortment of odd ailments in the doctor's waiting-room for example! Occasional speech bubbles extend the text and will attract would-be readers of nursery and playgroup age.