POSTMAN PAT is back with another special delivery for the kids in his 2010 annual.

After welcoming all the well-known people in Greendale and Pencaster, we are introduced to the family of Ben Taylor who is the new general manager of the Pencaster sorting office, and Pat starts his adventures with a trip there.

The stories include Pat making a safe delivery of a golden elephant ornament, Lizzie learning how to play the piano, the town going to a movie, treasure hunters, and there’s a big surprise for Ben.

There is also a yummy tortilla chips meal recipe, colouring, puzzles, picture matching, quizzes, spot the difference and treasure hunt, letter writing and a join-the-dots to find out what snow activity Pat likes to take part in.

This book has an emphasis on participation in the games and puzzles and should keep the little ones occupied over the festive period.

Aimed at children over three, Postman Pat’s 2010 annual is published by Egmont and costs £7.99.