Ducks!
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What’s inside...
A duck who wanders away from the rest of the flock must find the way back. Duck wanders away from the pond for a moment and returns to find the other ducks gone. Searching high and low, Duck discovers many clues around the city--footprints, feathers, eggs--but no ducks. Will Duck's feathered friends finally be found? Follow along in this board book adaptation of Ducks! as Duck wanders away from the pond for a moment and returns to find the other ducks gone. Searching high and low, Duck discovers many clues around the city―squawking, feathers, ponds―but no ducks. Will Duck’s feathered friends finally be found? With spare text and lots of visual jokes, this is a funny and sweet celebration of family.
Age
0-4
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Duck
Discussion points
What do you think the ducks are feeling in this story?
Why do you think the ducks decided to go on their adventure?
How do you think the story would change if it were set in a city instead of a farm?
What was your favorite part of the ducks' adventure and why?
If you were a duck in this story, what would you do differently?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use different voices for the ducks to make the story more engaging and fun.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next at key moments to keep them thinking ahead.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene, helping them connect visually with the story.
Discuss the values of teamwork and adventure as shown by the ducks, relating them to real-life situations your child might encounter.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: The ducks in the story must work together to solve problems and find food.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to cooperate with their peers during group activities to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: The story shows ducks facing changing seasons and adapting their behaviors accordingly.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of adapting to new environments or changes in their lives.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: As some ducks struggle more than others, the story showcases how fellow ducks offer help and understanding.
Real-World Application: Children learn to recognize emotions in others and respond with kindness and help.