I loved many books but a few standouts would be The Giving Tree, The Velveteen Rabbit, and The Little Mermaid. What was your favorite book to read as a child? I have delighted in the fact that one of the world’s most beloved fictional stories came about in small part, because of a true story-a love story-between my veterinarian great-grandfather and his pet bear. I have been proudly sharing this remarkable story since I can remember and have always felt grateful to have it as part of our family history. What was it like growing up knowing about the real Winnie? For you, though, Winnie is part of your family history. Winnie-the-Pooh is beloved by children and adults the world over. It was a very personal and moving journey to watch the story come to life in such a powerful way. I loved the process of watching the text come to life through my illustrator’s (Sophie Blackall) incredible illustrations. What did you enjoy most about writing Finding Winnie?
I always imagined telling my own child this story one day and when I found out I was pregnant with my son Cole, that was the motivation I needed. The idea that a small gesture on the part of my great-grandfather would go on to have such a huge ripple effect is powerful. This story has inspired me ever since I was a kid. " inspiring text.Blackall's breathtaking watercolor illustrations demand to be examined up close, and Winnie's face is as expressive as the humans'.What was your inspiration for writing Finding Winnie? Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear Rated: Unrated Format: DVD 1,567 ratings 3000 Kindle 7.99 Audible Audiobook 0.00 Hardcover 13.69 Audio CD 12.99 Playback Region 2 : This will not play on most DVD players sold in the U.S., U.S. delightful telling"- New York Times Book Review
He named the bear Winnie, after his hometown of Winnipeg, and he took the bear to war. proves that she's equally imaginative at chronicling straight-on reality too." The remarkable true story of the bear who inspired Winnie-the-PoohDuring World War I, Captain Harry Colebourn, a Canadian veterinarian on his way to serve with cavalry units in Europe, rescued a bear cub in White River, Ontario. * "The book strikes a lovely, understated tone of wonder and family pride. * "A perfect melding of beautiful art with soulful, imaginative writing, this lovely story, penned by Colebourn's great-great granddaughter, is ideal for sharing aloud or poring over individually."- School Library Journal, starred review * "Little ones who love Milne's classic stories will be enchanted by this heartening account of the bear's real-life origins."- Booklist, starred review * "The sum total is as captivating as it is informative, transforming a personal family story into something universally resonant."- Horn Book, starred review
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