"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

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Format: TradePaperback
Author: McCloskey, Robert
ISBN: 9780140564341
Condition: Used
Dimensions: 11.95 x 0.27
Number Of Pages: 72
Publication Year: 1999

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Watch out, ducks crossing!!!

Ben E. - 1 year 2 months ago

A must-have for any children's library! This wonderful story, written and illustrated by Robert McCloskey, takes us on a journey of a family of mallards and their exciting adventure to find a home for their ducklings. I can remember vividly my child's wide-eyed interest in the story as we follow this duck family from a rural landscape to the sanctuaries of public parks within the boundaries of a big city. The daddy duck runs off as scout for a safe home while momma duck picks up the rear and thus leads her little ducklings through the big city to their home. The book is beautify illustrated and brings a warm feeling of our grandparent's times and opens a dialogue about old cars, oddly dressed police officers and of course city scenes from yesteryear. Further reading by McCloskey is recommended including his other award winners, "Lentil" and "Blueberries for Sal". These are sure to be on your child's next list of must haves. Lastly, I feel it paramount that we spend time with our children reading and appreciating nature and animals, as the bond between our children and nature (The green bond they call it) begins early. In a day and age of iPhones, Netflix (more like net-babysitter), and TV on multiple devices around the house it is more important than ever that the next generation appreciate and even defend our earth and its fleeting bounty. McCloskey will definitely help them do that.
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Great story and nicely illustrated.

Cynthia M. - 5 years 1 month ago

My children loved this book when I read it to them when they were young. The recent purchase was for my grandchild who will be here in June. Can't wait to share this cute story with the new kid!

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Watch out, ducks crossing!!!

Great story and nicely illustrated.