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Corduroy
Corduroy Lost and Found
A classic character in children's literature for nearly forty years is back for a brand-new adventure! Corduroy the beloved bear slips out very early one morning to get a birthday present for Lisa. He spies what he thinks is a yellow balloon up in the sky, thinking that would be perfect for her. But when the sun rises, the balloon (really the full moon) disappears. And now Corduroy is lost. Lisa finds him, but not before Corduroy succeeds in getting just the right gift—a lollipop as yellow and round as the moon.
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First published September 14, 2006
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About the author
B.G. Hennessy
58 books42 followersA LITTLE ABOUT ME
As a child I loved to draw-but I also loved books, especially picture books. I still remember certain illustrations, covers and bindings from books that were read to me as a young girl.
I’ve lived in many places: I grew up in Wantagh on Long Island, N.Y., graduated from Northfield Mount Hermon School in Massachusetts and attended St. Lawrence University in upstate New York.
At the University of Wisconsin in Madison, I majored in fine art and learned how to design, print and bind handmade books. I also took courses in Children’s Literature. The combination of form and content in the picture book format fascinated me and after graduation I headed for NYC where I worked for 17 years in children’s book publishing as a designer and art director. But I didn’t begin to write until I had children of my own.
My books have been published in many countries and in many different languages. You can find my books in the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Africa and Germany. Some of my books have been translated into German, French, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Tswana, Sesotho, and Zulu!
I now live with my family in Arizona. You can read more about me at my website: www.bghennessy.com
As a child I loved to draw-but I also loved books, especially picture books. I still remember certain illustrations, covers and bindings from books that were read to me as a young girl.
I’ve lived in many places: I grew up in Wantagh on Long Island, N.Y., graduated from Northfield Mount Hermon School in Massachusetts and attended St. Lawrence University in upstate New York.
At the University of Wisconsin in Madison, I majored in fine art and learned how to design, print and bind handmade books. I also took courses in Children’s Literature. The combination of form and content in the picture book format fascinated me and after graduation I headed for NYC where I worked for 17 years in children’s book publishing as a designer and art director. But I didn’t begin to write until I had children of my own.
My books have been published in many countries and in many different languages. You can find my books in the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Africa and Germany. Some of my books have been translated into German, French, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Tswana, Sesotho, and Zulu!
I now live with my family in Arizona. You can read more about me at my website: www.bghennessy.com
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April 20, 2018
My son is so into the original corduroy books that his sister picked this up for him last weekend. He now wants to read it all the time, I think because it was a gift from big sister. Not as good as the originals in my opinion, but still fun and interesting for a preschooler, like the sequence about Corduroy mistaking the moon for a giant lollipop, the perfect birthday present for his friend/owner Lisa, the first time he sees it.
October 30, 2023
Though it’s not one of the originals, it fits in very well with the Corduroy series. A sweet story in which Corduroy gets lost while trying to catch the moon for Lisa, thinking it’s a balloon.
August 9, 2024
Quick read. Was able to get the gist right away while my son and I waited for our pickup grocery order. 5/5 because it stopped his tantrum. Thanks, Corduroy.
January 11, 2024
"Corduroy Lost and Found" is a heartwarming continuation of the classic Corduroy series that captivates both young readers and those young at heart. Don Freeman's posthumously discovered work, skillfully completed by B.G. Hennessy, brings back the beloved bear Corduroy for another delightful adventure.
The story follows Corduroy and his friends as they embark on a quest to find Lisa's missing doll. Hennessy seamlessly captures the essence of Freeman's original creation, maintaining the warmth and charm that made Corduroy a cherished character for generations. The narrative unfolds with a gentle cadence, making it a perfect read-aloud for children.
What sets this book apart is its timeless message of friendship and kindness. Corduroy's unwavering determination to help a friend resonates throughout the story, reinforcing positive values for young readers. The illustrations by Lisa McCue are vibrant and expressive, adding a visual appeal that complements the narrative beautifully.
The pacing is well-suited for young readers, with engaging and easily digestible chapters. Each page is filled with delightful details, inviting children to explore and discover more about Corduroy's world. The simplicity of the language ensures that the story is accessible to early readers, making it an excellent choice for those just beginning to explore books independently.
In conclusion, "Corduroy Lost and Found" is a delightful addition to the Corduroy series that captures the spirit of the original stories. B.G. Hennessy's careful continuation of Don Freeman's legacy, coupled with Lisa McCue's charming illustrations, makes this book a heartwarming and engaging read for children. Whether you're introducing little ones to the joys of reading or revisiting a beloved childhood character, this book promises a charming adventure filled with friendship and discovery.
The story follows Corduroy and his friends as they embark on a quest to find Lisa's missing doll. Hennessy seamlessly captures the essence of Freeman's original creation, maintaining the warmth and charm that made Corduroy a cherished character for generations. The narrative unfolds with a gentle cadence, making it a perfect read-aloud for children.
What sets this book apart is its timeless message of friendship and kindness. Corduroy's unwavering determination to help a friend resonates throughout the story, reinforcing positive values for young readers. The illustrations by Lisa McCue are vibrant and expressive, adding a visual appeal that complements the narrative beautifully.
The pacing is well-suited for young readers, with engaging and easily digestible chapters. Each page is filled with delightful details, inviting children to explore and discover more about Corduroy's world. The simplicity of the language ensures that the story is accessible to early readers, making it an excellent choice for those just beginning to explore books independently.
In conclusion, "Corduroy Lost and Found" is a delightful addition to the Corduroy series that captures the spirit of the original stories. B.G. Hennessy's careful continuation of Don Freeman's legacy, coupled with Lisa McCue's charming illustrations, makes this book a heartwarming and engaging read for children. Whether you're introducing little ones to the joys of reading or revisiting a beloved childhood character, this book promises a charming adventure filled with friendship and discovery.
August 18, 2014
Am I too old to say I love Corduroy. He's the most caring, sweet little bear ... Corduroy and A Pocket for Corduroy were two of my boys' favourites when they were little. Corduroy Lost and Found is another delightful story about this intrepid little bear.
Corduroy loves his best friend Lisa and Lisa loves Corduroy. I adore Corduroy's innocence and sense of wonder and my boys always delighted in Corduroy'smisadventures, mishaps, adventures. It's a sweet story about friendship, with much the same charm as the original books by Don Freeman and the whimsical illustrations will enchant both children and adults.
I had a bear best friend as a child, the teddy that I've had since I was born and boy has that bear had some adventures (much like Corduroy.) We lived in Papua New Guinea for a few years when I was little and Ted dropped from my stroller, was picked up by a dog and a month or two later was found in a fence. 46 years on, my Ted is still with me, a little moth-eaten and worse for wear but still much loved ... so Corduroy Lost and Found really resonated with me.
Corduroy loves his best friend Lisa and Lisa loves Corduroy. I adore Corduroy's innocence and sense of wonder and my boys always delighted in Corduroy's
I had a bear best friend as a child, the teddy that I've had since I was born and boy has that bear had some adventures (much like Corduroy.) We lived in Papua New Guinea for a few years when I was little and Ted dropped from my stroller, was picked up by a dog and a month or two later was found in a fence. 46 years on, my Ted is still with me, a little moth-eaten and worse for wear but still much loved ... so Corduroy Lost and Found really resonated with me.
November 30, 2019
Apparently, Corduroy has more adventures. My two had a lot of questions after the first Corduroy, so I when I came about the Corduroy sequels, we dig right in. This book leaves our house divided. We have one parent and one child who LOVE it, love Corduroy's continuing escapades, love the warm writing and illustrations, are utterly enchanted with the whole thing. We have another child and a parent who are a little bored by the further tales of Corduroy and hope that this ends our family's foray into the Corduroy extended universe. Ultimately, I think these books just skew a little younger. I could see two and three years loving them. Maybe soon we can get the third child to weigh in as a tie breaker.
December 12, 2020
Corduroy is one of the sweetest stories!
January 25, 2024
i’m a teacher…. these count right? 😅
May 7, 2008
i really loved it when i was 3 yrs old
August 24, 2018
One afternoon, Lisa and her mother are riding the bus home after a shopping trip. Corduroy sits on Lisa’s lap, looking out the window and listening to Lisa talk to her mother about her birthday.
Corduroy is worried. Lisa is having a birthday and he doesn’t have a gift for her. Early the next morning, he sneaks out of bed and quietly leaves the apartment. He’s off to find a birthday present for Lisa. But what will happen when Lisa wakes up and Corduroy isn’t there?
And then Corduroy discovers that he’s lost . . . .
This irresistible narrative, a new outing for the cuddly little bear, retains the feeling of Don Freeman’s original Corduroy stories. Young readers will enjoy sharing Corduroy’s new adventure with their families.
Recommended.
Corduroy is worried. Lisa is having a birthday and he doesn’t have a gift for her. Early the next morning, he sneaks out of bed and quietly leaves the apartment. He’s off to find a birthday present for Lisa. But what will happen when Lisa wakes up and Corduroy isn’t there?
And then Corduroy discovers that he’s lost . . . .
This irresistible narrative, a new outing for the cuddly little bear, retains the feeling of Don Freeman’s original Corduroy stories. Young readers will enjoy sharing Corduroy’s new adventure with their families.
Recommended.
March 22, 2023
Whoa, maybe it's just because I'm an adult. But I'm having a little trouble wrapping my head around the starting premise of this cute picture book:
1. Corduroy, a stuffed animal, a kind of toy, belongs to Lisa.
2. This bear learns that Lisa is having a birthday.
3. Corduroy sweetly believes that he must buy her a birthday present.
4. But hold on, he's already her toy. He's already her present.
5. Guess you have to bea kid -- or just somebody way smarter than me -- to understand this.
NOW THIS PART I UNDERSTAND: CORDUROY WANTS TO GIVE HIS LITTLE GIRL THE MOON
Sure. Wy not?
Many tiny tot-sized adventures follow, but what matters most is the happy ending.
I'll bet a ton of children and their parents would love this book. And maybe understand it better than I could today.
1. Corduroy, a stuffed animal, a kind of toy, belongs to Lisa.
2. This bear learns that Lisa is having a birthday.
3. Corduroy sweetly believes that he must buy her a birthday present.
4. But hold on, he's already her toy. He's already her present.
5. Guess you have to bea kid -- or just somebody way smarter than me -- to understand this.
NOW THIS PART I UNDERSTAND: CORDUROY WANTS TO GIVE HIS LITTLE GIRL THE MOON
Sure. Wy not?
Many tiny tot-sized adventures follow, but what matters most is the happy ending.
I'll bet a ton of children and their parents would love this book. And maybe understand it better than I could today.
March 25, 2025
Corduroy Lost and Found written by B.G. Hennessy and illustrated by Jody Wheeler is a sweet picture book based on the characters of Don Freeman’s beloved Corduroy. When Corduroy realizes it’s Lisa’s birthday, he heads out to find her the perfect gift. Mistaking the full moon for a balloon, he attempts to get it for Lisa but when the sun comes up, Corduroy is lost. Will he get a gift for Lisa? Will he find his way home? Hennessy’s story has the trademark style of Freeman’s original story and artwork is also done in Freeman’s manner of using the scratchboard technique. Corduroy Lost and Found is a must have for those who adore the original, charming Corduroy picture books. It’s also a great addition to a teddy bear story time.
August 30, 2024
Corduroy Lost and Found by B.G. Hennessy is an adorable bear adventure just like the fiction animal adventures had by the character created by Don Freeman. It is great to see Corduroy continue on with new artists! In this children’s classic story, Corduroy finds out that Lisa’s birthday is coming and he wants to find the perfect gift for her. But on the way he gets lost. With the help of new friends, Lisa finds him, which is she really wanted all along. This precious family story is the perfect addition to story time. The illustrations by Jody Wheeler really bring this fantasy picture book to life.
September 19, 2017
In Corduroy Lost and Found, Corduroy goes on an adventure to find Lisa a birthday present. The language is practical including words to describe apartments, elevators, etc. The author and illustrator have provide concrete setting described clearly in the text and shown in the pictures.
What I find most special about this book is the use of spanish dialogue between two bilingual characters. It's so important that all readers feel their languages are valued. This is a perfect example of how to incorporate other languages in a picture books in a natural way.
What I find most special about this book is the use of spanish dialogue between two bilingual characters. It's so important that all readers feel their languages are valued. This is a perfect example of how to incorporate other languages in a picture books in a natural way.
October 16, 2018
Ages: 4 - 8
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January 8, 2018
3.5 Stars
Corduroy wants to get his best friend Lisa the best birthday present ever. He tries out the rocket in their building, and then goes looking for the biggest balloon ever. Soon he is snatched up by a friendly dog. And it will take a special someone to help Corduroy get back home.
Corduroy wants to get his best friend Lisa the best birthday present ever. He tries out the rocket in their building, and then goes looking for the biggest balloon ever. Soon he is snatched up by a friendly dog. And it will take a special someone to help Corduroy get back home.
August 1, 2017
Love these Corduroy books. They are endearing with an old-fashioned charm. It's nice for kids to reenvision our world through the eyes of the stuffed bear who thinks the moon is a balloon and the elevator is a rocket ship. The books truly inspire imaginative thinking.
September 13, 2020
Thank you for the code switch into Spanish. Lisa would totally be bilingual. This is great for identity in bilingual readers and gives even monolingual adults the opportunity to model and support being bilingual. Very pleasantly surprised!
December 22, 2017
[spoiler alert] the person that owned him found him, and he was sitting on newspapers.
September 13, 2017
Genre: Children's Lit / Fiction
Unique Feature: This is the third book in the Corduroy series and is an ultimate favorite for children.
Grade levels suggested K-3
Unique Feature: This is the third book in the Corduroy series and is an ultimate favorite for children.
Grade levels suggested K-3
December 30, 2017
I am adding this book to my teddy bear storytime. It is a cute story. Corduroy gets lost while trying to find Lisa a birthday gift. Spoiler alert: You will get chills when they are reunited!
March 20, 2018
What a sweet guy Corduroy is!
April 12, 2018
It's okay.
April 9, 2019
Connections: trying to get just the right gift
Use in classroom: Listening
Use in classroom: Listening
February 4, 2021
I love this one so much, it makes me feel warm and safe
June 11, 2021
Classic. Fun way to show love between “friends”
December 9, 2021
Good for introducing some words from a new language. There are some Spanish words throughout the book.
April 20, 2022
A nice little sequel that is very true to the source material both in terms of content and the illustrations.
March 17, 2023
A wonderful book. A great story about Corduroy looking for a present for his best friend.
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