Pudsey and the Thread of Hope

An uplifting picture book - from bestselling children's author Tom Fletcher - that sensitively addresses grief and loss. Starring the beloved BBC Children in Need hero, Pudsey, this moving story is perfect for children of four and up. It's all about the importance of hope, family, friendship and love.

An uplifting picture book - from bestselling children's author Tom Fletcher - that sensitively addresses grief and loss. Starring the beloved BBC Children in Need hero, Pudsey, this moving story is perfect for children of four and up. It's all about the importance of hope, family, friendship and love.

Jai is a young boy navigating grief after the loss of his father, but Pudsey is here to help . . .

Pudsey takes Jai on a magical journey to meet Maya, Ricky, Tomash, Remi and Ellie. All children who have been supported by Pudsey's kindness; and who are connected by the golden thread of hope. Through them, Jai finds friendship, learns to talk about his emotions, shares memories of his dad, and discovers how brave it is to try . . . and try again.

Puffin and Tom Fletcher are proud to give e1 for every paperback copy sold in the UK and Ireland to BBC Children in Need (Registered Charity Number 802052 in England and Wales and SC039557 in Scotland).

BBC Children in Need's mission is to create positive and lasting change across the UK for the children and young people who need us most.