Make Way for Ducklings

Robert McCloskey, Robert McCloskey

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Puffin
03 November 1999

Children's & Educational; Picture books; Animal stories (Children's&YA)

"""Robert McCloskey's unusual and stunning pictures have long been a delight for their fun as well as their spirit of place.""-The Horn Book

Mrs. Mallard was sure that the pond in the Boston Public Gardens would be a perfect place for her and her eight ducklings to live. The problem was how to get them there through the busy streets of Boston. But with a little help from the Boston police, Mrs. Mallard and Jack, Kack, Lack, Nack, Ouack, Pack, and Quack arive safely at their new home.

This brilliantly illustrated, amusingly observed tale of Mallards on the move has won the hearts of generations of readers. Awarded the Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children in 1941, it has since become a favorite of millions. This classic tale of the famous Mallard ducks of Boston is available for the first time in a full-sized paperback edition.

Make Way for Ducklings has been described as ""one of the merriest picture books ever"" (The New York Times). Ideal for reading aloud, this book deserves a place of honor on every child's bookshelf.

""This delightful picture book captures the humor and beauty of one special duckling family.... McClosky's illustrations are brilliant and filled with humor. The details of the ducklings, along with the popular sights of Boston, come across wonderfully. The image of the entire family proudly walking in line is a classic.""-The Barnes & Noble Review

""The quaint story of the mallard family's search for the perfect place to hatch ducklings. ... For more than fifty years kids have been entertained by this warm and wonderful story.""-Children's Literature"

By: Robert McCloskey
Illustrated by: Robert McCloskey
Imprint: Puffin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 305mm, Width: 230mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 301g
ISBN: 9780140564341
ISBN 10: 0140564349
Pages: 76
Publication Date: 03 November 1999
Recommended Age: From 3 to 7 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Make Way for Ducklings

"""This delightful picture book captures the humor and beauty of one special duckling family. McClosky's illustrations are brilliant and filled with humor. The details of the ducklings, along with the popular sights of Boston, come across wonderfully. The image of the entire family proudly walking in line is a classic."" - The Barnes & Noble Review. ""The quaint story of the mallard family's search for the perfect place to hatch ducklings. For more than fifty years kids have been entertained by this warm and wonderful story."" - Children's Literature"