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Ages 3–7 · Real letters in the post

It starts with seeing their name on the envelope.

Every month, a letter arrives — with a new adventure to discover, more to explore, something to keep, and something to do.

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From $14.90 a month · Free delivery across Australia

A grandmother reading a Paddy Pigeon letter with her grandchild
“My grandson calls me every time a letter arrives. I think he looks forward to it more than I do.”
— Grandmother, NSW
Twelve Paddy Pigeon envelopes laid out in a winding line on a table

A full year of adventures

Every month, a letter arrives in the post from Cubby, a curious little bear who wakes up somewhere new every month. He never knows where he'll be next, and neither does your child. That's half the fun.

Give a child aged 3–7 a year of real letters: a new story each month, written to be read aloud together. Through little challenges, discoveries, friendship and playful moments, they're encouraged to wonder, ask questions and see the world through Cubby's eyes. One thoughtful gift—twelve months of excitement, connection and conversation.

“Beautiful stories, beautiful artwork and such a clever idea. I recommend it to everyone looking for something a little different.”

— Tracey W.
A boy pulling a Paddy Pigeon envelope out of the letterbox

The joy of finding mail addressed to them

Remember the excitement of getting a letter in the mail with your name on it?

Give that feeling to your child — and a reason for you to snuggle up and read it together. For a little while, the rest of the day can wait.

It starts as a letter. Somewhere along the way, it becomes a family ritual.

Something they look forward to,
every single month.

A grandmother and granddaughter reading a Paddy Pigeon letter together in the garden

Something to talk about

When you live far away, phone calls can run out of things to say after “How was your day?” Cubby's letters give you both something to share: where he is, what he found, what's on this month's treasure card.

Paddy tucks in a note for the grown-ups too, with simple conversation starters, ideas and prompts connected to the month's adventure.

Before long, “Did your letter come yet?” becomes its own tradition.

And when you call, you already
have something to ask about.

“He made me read it three times in a row. Same letter. Three times.”
— Sarah, Mother of Lily, 4

What age is this for?

Paddy Pigeon is designed for children aged 3–7 years. The stories, activities and discoveries are created to spark imagination and curiosity at this stage, with just the right amount of reading support from a grown-up.

Too young to read? That's the point: you read it together. Most letters are read aloud with younger children and enjoyed independently as they get older.

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What families are saying

Allie P.
We spread the map out on the living room floor every month and follow Cubby's journey together. My three kids all get involved, even my oldest who usually isn't interested in story time anymore.
Allie P.
Claire M.
I wasn't sure what to expect because it's 'just letters', but it's honestly become one of our favourite things we do together. We read the story first, then my daughter insists on finding the treasure card before doing the activities. Afterwards she puts everything neatly back into the envelope ready to read again. It's become a lovely little tradition every month.
Claire M.
Sophie J.
My little boy isn't usually interested in sitting still for stories but Cubby somehow keeps his attention the whole time. Afterwards he insists on colouring the activity sheet before dinner 😂
Sophie J.
Andrew N.
The artwork is stunning. My daughter has started pinning the maps on her bedroom wall and loves telling visitors where Cubby has been. I honestly didn't realise a monthly letter could become something she treasures this much.
Andrew N.
Lauren T.
We've tried a few subscription boxes over the years but this is the first one that's actually become part of our family routine. Mail day is a big deal now.
Lauren T.
My granddaughter waits by the letterbox every month now. She won't let anyone else open the envelope—not even me. It's become our little tradition and I honestly didn't expect it to mean this much.
Margaret W.

How it works

Cubby the bear, a curious little explorer

  1. Choose your plan

    Standard or Personalised, monthly or prepaid for the full year. Free delivery within Australia.

  2. Check the letterbox

    Order by the 15th of the month and your first letter joins the upcoming mailing. After that, one new adventure is mailed each month.

  3. Wait for the magic moment

    Then another the month after. And another — until the letterbox run becomes something they do without being asked.

The real gift isn't the letter —
it's the waiting, shared as a family.

What's inside

What's in each envelope

Designed to spark curiosity, encourage connection, and give families something new to enjoy together every month.

An adventure worth sharing

A new story each month, written to be read aloud together. Through little challenges, discoveries, friendship and playful moments, children are encouraged to wonder, ask questions and see the world through Cubby's eyes.

More to discover

Cubby's Discovery Notes and growing map take the adventure beyond the main story, giving children more things to notice, talk about and explore as their journey grows.

Learning that grows with them

Age-appropriate activities connect back to each month's adventure and build skills gradually as children grow — from early counting, matching and tracing to patterns, puzzles and simple problem-solving.

Treasure to keep

Each adventure comes with something from Cubby's journey to keep and collect, turning something from the story into something real they can hold onto and remember.

Something for the grown-up, too

A note from Paddy with simple conversation starters, ideas and prompts connected to the month's adventure, making it easy to extend the experience beyond the page.

And sometimes, a little surprise

Unexpected extras tucked inside from time to time.

Small moments that become favourite memories.

Paddy Pigeon
  • A new adventure every month
  • Delivered to their letterbox every month
  • A note for the grown-ups, with an activity to try together
  • Loved by 500+ families worldwide
“She won't let anyone else open it. Not even me. It has to be her.”
— Margaret, Grandmother of Isla, 5

Season 1: Big World Adventures

A connected adventure that builds curiosity, confidence and a sense of wonder.

As Cubby's adventure unfolds, children explore new places, make friends and face little challenges along the way.

Every month adds another piece of the journey, full of Cubby's stories, discoveries and little secrets to find together.

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Loved by 500+ Families Worldwide
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Standard

$14.90 / month $138 / full year
Save $40.80
  • The whole of Season 1
  • Bonus extra gifts throughout the year
  • Stories, activities & discoveries
  • Collectible treasures
  • Explorer map

First payment today, then billed on the 15th of each month.

One payment today. Nothing to renew.

Personalised

Make it theirs.

$17.90 / month $168 / full year
Save $46.80

    Everything in Standard, plus:

    • Every month: Cubby writes to them personally
    • On their birthday: a personalised card, and a surprise from Cubby
    • Once: their own pen pal, with a kit to write to Cubby, and he writes back

    First payment today, then billed on the 15th of each month.

    One payment today. Nothing to renew.

    Free DeliveryAustralia-wide
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    When will the first letter ship?

    Next mailing —
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    Our Promise

    The 100-Day Promise

    We created Paddy Pigeon to bring smiles to families, one letter at a time. If it hasn't been the experience you hoped for within your first 100 days, let us know. We'll work with you to make it right.

    — Hayley, founder

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    Good questions

    Questions parents ask

    Who are Cubby and Paddy?

    Cubby is the little bear who writes to your child from a new place each month. Paddy is the postal pigeon who delivers his letters, and writes a short note for the grown-ups.

    What's the difference between Standard and Personalised?

    Both follow the same Cubby story, with the same stories, activities and discoveries, collectible treasures and explorer map. Personalised adds personalised letters from Cubby every month, a personalised birthday card and a birthday surprise from Cubby.

    What is the Write Back kit?

    With the Personalised plan on Prepaid, your child receives a Write Back kit once: a note on how it works and a self-addressed envelope. They write a letter, add a stamp, and post it to Cubby — and Cubby writes back, like a pen pal.

    What age is Paddy Pigeon designed for?

    Paddy Pigeon is designed for children aged 3–7 years. The stories, activities and discoveries are created to spark imagination and curiosity at this stage, with just the right amount of reading support from a grown-up.

    Is one letter a month enough?

    That's exactly what makes it special. Paddy Pigeon isn't designed to entertain every day. It's designed to create one little moment each month that children genuinely look forward to. The waiting becomes part of the experience, and many families tell us the excitement begins long before the envelope is opened.

    Will my child actually enjoy it?

    Most children are delighted by getting their own mail. But the real magic often arrives after the second or third letter, when they start recognising the envelope and looking forward to Cubby's next adventure. For many families, the anticipation becomes part of the experience.

    When will the first letter ship?

    Your first letter is sent according to when you order. Order by the 15th of the month and it joins the upcoming mailing; order after the 15th and it joins the following month's mailing instead.

    After your first letter, one new adventure is mailed each month. For the exact next mailing date and estimated delivery times, visit our Shipping & Mailing page.

    How does Prepaid work?

    Prepaid is one payment at checkout for the whole of Season 1, a full year of monthly adventures. There is nothing to renew and nothing to remember — it simply ends once the adventure is complete.

    Can I buy Paddy Pigeon as a gift?

    Absolutely. After checkout, you'll receive the FREE Gift Reveal Printable (Mini Mailbox Craft Kit) by email — a printable mini mailbox you print, colour and assemble together. The child opens it to discover a surprise envelope announcing that their first Paddy Pigeon letter is on its way, giving you something fun to enjoy together on the day you give the gift. Their first envelope follows in the next Welcome Mailing, and your gift message is woven into Cubby's welcome note. Gift subscriptions do not renew automatically.

    Can I pause or cancel my subscription?

    Yes. Log in to your account at any time to pause, skip or cancel your subscription yourself — you don't need to email or ask us. You stay because your child looks forward to the next letter, not because you have to.

    Is Paddy Pigeon educational or just fun?

    Imagination comes first. Every letter naturally encourages reading, curiosity and conversation, but Paddy Pigeon isn't designed to feel like homework. We believe children learn best when they're enjoying themselves.

    Do you ship overseas?

    Yes. Delivery within Australia is free. For everywhere else, a flat international postage rate applies to your order and is shown during checkout before payment. Delivery windows for international orders are on our Shipping & Mailing page.

    Hayley, founder of Paddy Pigeon
    Our Story

    Why I started Paddy Pigeon

    I love the look on a child's face when they open the letterbox and find a letter sitting there quietly, waiting for them. You can watch it change from wondering, to curious, and then burst into excitement when they realise their name is on the envelope, all within a couple of seconds.

    And no matter how many letters they receive, the feeling is always the same.

    That's why I created Paddy Pigeon: in the hope of bringing the magic of the letterbox back to childhood. It's a small moment, but it stays with them for life.

    — Hayley, founder of Paddy Pigeon

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    Our Community

    Join 500+ happy families worldwide

    Read what parents, grandparents and gift-givers are saying about Paddy Pigeon.

    Linda H.

    My husband and I bought Paddy Pigeon for our granddaughter after looking for a birthday gift that wasn't another plastic toy. We honestly had no idea it would become such a special part of her month. Every time a new envelope arrives she asks if Grandma can come over so we can read it together. We make a cup of tea, sit at the kitchen table and go through every single page. She studies the map, finds the treasure card, finishes the activity sheet and then carefully puts everything back into the envelope. Last week she told me, 'Don't lose these because I want to keep them forever.' That completely melted my heart. Thank you for creating something that gives us memories instead of clutter.

    Feb 26, 2026

    Grace T.

    The excitement when she spotted her own name on the envelope... priceless ❤️

    Apr 7, 2026

    Allie P.

    We spread the map out on the living room floor every month and follow Cubby's journey together. My three kids all get involved, even my oldest who usually isn't interested in story time anymore.

    Jun 23, 2026

    Rachel P.

    Absolutely beautiful quality.

    Mar 29, 2026

    Claire M.

    I wasn't sure what to expect because it's 'just letters', but it's honestly become one of our favourite things we do together. We read the story first, then my daughter insists on finding the treasure card before doing the activities. Afterwards she puts everything neatly back into the envelope ready to read again. It's become a lovely little tradition every month.

    May 20, 2026

    James P.

    Bought this for my nephew's birthday and honestly it's become his favourite gift. He keeps every letter in a little box beside his bed.

    Jul 3, 2026

    Emily B.

    We ordered this after seeing an ad on Facebook and honestly I wasn't expecting much. We have tried subscription boxes before and most lose their novelty pretty quickly. Paddy Pigeon has been completely different. My daughter now knows who Cubby is, talks about him like he's one of her little friends and keeps asking where he'll travel next. She has every single letter neatly tucked back into its envelope and refuses to let me throw anything away. We've started keeping everything in a memory box because I know she'll want these when she's older.

    Apr 10, 2026

    Heather W.

    My son actually runs to the mailbox now 😂 Never thought I'd be saying that.

    May 24, 2026

    Andrew N.

    The artwork is stunning. My daughter has started pinning the maps on her bedroom wall and loves telling visitors where Cubby has been. I honestly didn't realise a monthly letter could become something she treasures this much.

    Mar 11, 2026

    Margaret W.

    My granddaughter waits by the letterbox every month now. She won't let anyone else open the envelope—not even me. It's become our little tradition and I honestly didn't expect it to mean this much.

    Jul 10, 2026

    Natalie B.

    Love these! ❤️

    Jan 28, 2026

    Karen T.

    I ordered this because my granddaughter absolutely loves getting mail. What surprised me most was how much she enjoys talking about the stories afterwards. She tells me all about Cubby's adventures over the phone and asks me where I think he'll go next. It's given us something lovely to share together.

    Mar 7, 2026

    The first letter is waiting.

    Their name on the front.
    Cubby's next adventure inside.
    Something to share with the people they love.

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