Pudsey and the Thread of Hope
Discover Pudsey like you’ve never seen him before. Pudsey and the Thread of Hope, a magical new picture book written by bestselling author Tom Fletcher, is out now.
The story has also been adapted into an animation created for CBeebies, airing this December on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Inspired by Pudsey’s 40-year legacy of hope and resilience, Pudsey and the Thread of Hope was created to celebrate the vital work of BBC Children in Need.
Written by Tom Fletcher, the story follows Jai, a young boy navigating grief, who discovers healing and courage through a magical journey with Pudsey. Along the way, they meet other children connected by a golden thread of kindness and empowerment, highlighting the importance of trusted, positive relationships in helping young people overcome adversity. The book and animation aim to raise awareness and funds to ensure that children across the UK have access to the support, connection and care they need
For support on any of the issues raised in Pudsey and the Thread of Hope, visit BBC Action Line.
This December, Pudsey will be brought to life for the first time in a magical and moving 25 minute on-screen animation, created for CBeebies and coming to BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
The characters are voiced by Ashley Banjo, Jessica Gunning, Shini Muthukrishnan and Nikesh Patel.
You’ll be able to catch a sneak peek of Pudsey and the Thread of Hope during the BBC Children in Need Appeal Show on BBC One, Friday 14th November.
Pudsey and the Thread of Hope sees Pudsey brought to life for the first time! But who is our loveable bear?
To find out more about Pudsey, including how he came to life, his favourite things, and where you can find exciting resources, click HERE!
Tom Fletcher performs “The Thread of Hope”
Watch as Tom Fletcher and his son Buzz perform “The Thread of Hope” with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra at the BBC Children in Need 2025 Appeal Show!
The track was written for Pudsey and the Thread of Hope, with the animation airing this December on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
The first episode of the Cbeebies Parenting Podcast kicks off with a BBC Children in Need special as Katie and Guvna B are joined by Tom Fletcher.
To accompany Pudsey and the Thread of Hope, CBeebies Parenting has created a suite of resources, advice, and guidance designed to help families approach conversations about grief and loss.
You can listen to the episode HERE.
Pudsey and the Thread of Hope is available now!
For every paperback copy sold in the UK and Ireland, £1 will be donated to BBC Children in Need, helping support children and young people across the UK.
Plus, you can pick up the book in stores across the UK, including at our amazing partners…
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