Pete and Polo's Nursery School Adventure

Pete and his toy polar bear, Polo, are off to nursery school for the first time. Polo is not sure he wants to go, but Pete reassures him that all will be well. The illustrations show us a busy day at nursery, and gradually Polo becomes happier. He also discovers a reason for being glad he is the only Polar bear amongst the children's brown teddies. Children who are concerned about going to nursery will identify with Polo's fears and find consolation in his final enjoyment of his great adventure. They also may learn the rudiments of accepting people who are 'different'. Expressive faces and simple, bright pictures get the point across that nursery school is a positive place to be.