Overview: In 1968, a girl named Lisa fell in love with a little brown bear wearing green overalls with one button missing, and thousands of readers followed suit, making Corduroy one of the best-loved children's books of all time. Now, forty years later, Viking proudly celebrates Don Freeman's classic with a very special anniversary edition. With an extra-large trim size and special features including an embossed cover and four bonus spreads of never-before-seen...

When Lisa takes Corduroy to the theater for the first time, Corduroy heads out on his own to explore the whole building, including the dressing rooms, orchestra pit, and prop table.

A teddy bear in the toy department of a big store receives a new name and a new home from Santa.

"When Lisa goes on a hiking trip, Corduroy sneaks into her backpack. Lisa is surprised to find him there, but she thinks he'll be safe as long as he stays tucked inside. Corduroy just has to take a peek outside, though, and he falls out! Will Lisa find him again?"--Page [4] of cover.

Corduroy has a lot to do at school today. See what Corduroy finds at school.

"Corduroy is celebrating Hanukkah with his friends. They light the menorah, eat potato pancakes, and play dreidl. Come celebrate the festival of lights with Corduroy!"

"Corduroy is getting excited to host a Valentine's Day party for his friends. But first, there's lots of work to do. He has to make cards, bake cookies, and decorate. He's so excited to celebrate his love for his friends"--

Corduroy gets ready to celebrate Christmas by decorating his tree, baking cookies, and wrapping presents.