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Description
When Ben and Jody stop to watch a duck egg hatch, they have no idea that the duckling will imprint them as its mother! The mallard follows them to school and causes lots of mischief until it becomes a hero.
Quick Summary
Quackers, the Troublesome Duck by Ellen and Leslie is a fun, fast-paced story that begins when siblings Ben and Jody watch a duck egg hatch and become the accidental "parents" of a fluffy duckling who follows them everywhere even to school. The duck's antics waddling through hallways, quacking during tests, and knocking over lunch trays will have kids laughing out loud, but there's also a sweet moment when the bird's goofy loyalty saves the day in a way that feels earned. The book works well for early readers who like a mix of humor and heart, especially those who enjoy animal stories that feel like they could happen in real life. Parents will appreciate the subtle lesson about responsibility and the way the story gently introduces the concept of imprinting without getting too scientific. If your kid likes funny animal capers, this one's a great next read after finishing "The Bad Guys" series, and it's short enough to keep reluctant readers from getting bored.