The Ready Bears - Illustrated children's books for children aged 6+

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Brown Bear, smallish, fast and times his tackling to perfection. Actual name James, proud to be from Ayrshire, Scotland. His strong accent is sometimes difficult for team-mates to understand. The comedian in the team who loves to play practical jokes. His ability to pass wind at will is not a talent that is always appreciated by his team mates. Despite his ‘happy go lucky’ manner, Jimmy has a strong sense of fair play.

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Football Facts - Scotland
Scotland was at home to England in the world's first international football match held at the West of Scotland Cricket Club in Partick, Glasgow. The game took place on St. Andrews day in 1872. Played in front of 4000 enthusiastic spectators, the match ended 0-0. The Scottish and English football teams have played international football longer than any other nation in the world.

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