Anzac Ted

The unforgettable story of a teddy bear who went to war and returned an unsung hero.

Anzac Ted is the poignant story of a little boy's teddy bear that was passed down to him from his grandfather. Battered, torn, missing an eye and an ear, he might look scary but he has a great story to tell. For Anzac Ted went to war, keeping soldiers company and giving them comfort. Exquisite watercolour illustrations combine with rhyming text to create a picture book that, while perfect for parents and teachers to share with children, is also guaranteed to touch the heart of every adult.

'They'd see a hero, plain as day

Who sits upon my bed.

A hero, who saved me and you.

His name ... is Anzac Ted.'

ISBN | 9781925820027

Published | 28 / 10 / 2014

Binding | Hardcover, Paperback

Pages | 32

Dimensions | 245 x 255mm

Age | 3+ years

Illustrated image of soldiers and Anzac Ted outside an army tent - for Belinda Landsberry's book Anzac Ted

RSL WA, May 2018
“It’s easy to see why so many teachers have chosen this book as their preferred ANZAC Day read. Anzac Ted is a beautiful piece of literature and the perfect way to introduce children to the ANZAC Legend.”

Sunday Telegraph
“A mascot for the soldiers, Anzac Ted was a hero. At the end of the book is a brief history of the Anzacs and the enemy nations who became friends.”

Illustrated image of scruffy Anzac Ted- for Belinda Landsberry's book Anzac Ted

Illustrated image of a boy fishing with Anzac Ted - for Belinda Landsberry's book Anzac Ted

Illustrated image of a boy hugging Anzac Ted - for Belinda Landsberry's book Anzac Ted

Reviews

Kids’ Book Review, March 2024
“This book should be on every child’s bookcase and in every library to remind us all of the sacrifice made for the freedom of millions of people.” – Click here to read in full

The Bottom Shelf, March 2024
“Now 10 years on from its original publication… with a special cover and including additional content such as information on the history of the ANZACs and Turkish soldiers, as well as a ‘How to draw Anzac Ted’ activity page. This story remains a must-have and a must-share in your collection.” – Click here to read in full

Reading Time, April 2024
“This year is the 10th Anniversary Edition, written and beautifully illustrated by Belinda Landsberry… It is timely to celebrate this edition of Anzac Ted as Anzac Day approaches.” – Click here to read in full

Blue Wolf Reviews, March 2024
“The story and importance of the Anzac Legend is rather difficult to convey to younger children. It is so fitting that Anzac Ted has been reprinted after ten years as it explains those concepts very well.” – Click here to read in full

Australian War Memorial
“While perfect for parents and teachers to share with children, (Anzac Ted) is also guaranteed to touch the heart of every adult.” – Click here to read in full

Northern Beaches Mums, April 2024
“My daughter (7) has heard stories about the ANZACs and the significance of the 25th of April, and loved hearing about this very special bear.” – Click here to read in full

Readings, March 2024
“Meet a bear who is more extraordinary than most, in this poignant story about the Anzac’s spirit.” – Click here to read in full