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A classic tracing all the way back to 1941, this is the story of a family of mallards making it through Boston safe and sound.
"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 amusingly observed tale of Mallards on the move has won the hearts of generations of audiences. Awarded the Caldecott Medal in 1941, it has since become a favorite of millions. ""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"Download and start listening now!
"This was a group reading book for third grade. They found the brown and white ducklings adorable in the park and city. After reading, they each made a duckling that formed a long line in the hallway."
— Beth (5 out of 5 stars)
Make Way for Ducklings Listener Reviews
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" This was my favorite book as a child. I gave it to most of my nepehws and nieces, and now I am giving it to their children. "
— Laureen, 2/11/2014 -
" Lovely story about the ducks at the Public Garden in Boston. I loved the story about the duck family and recalling some places in Boston. "
— Carmen, 1/29/2014 -
" I loved everything about this book. Perfect for young children! "
— Judith, 1/24/2014 -
" This was one of my favorite books in childhood. "
— Lisa, 1/10/2014 -
" Grandma Jenson introduced us to Robert McCloskey books -- this is a good one, but we love Blueberries for Sal oh so much more! "
— Francie, 1/4/2014 -
" The art and story were appreciated by both my toddler and me, particularly as I'd lived in Boston. "
— Ckopphills, 1/2/2014 -
" The book remains a classic, although the illustrations are somewhat dated for today's child. "
— Faith, 12/30/2013 -
" It's cute. The End. "
— Jesstme, 12/12/2013 -
" There are lovely bronze statues of these ducks in the Public Garden. One of the many great things about Boston. "
— Lesley, 12/9/2013 -
" Many Many Many afternoons spent sitting by the ducklings in the Public Garden... "
— Kim, 12/2/2013 -
" My mother grew up on this book, it is a classic to be sure. "
— Miranda, 10/11/2013 -
" Amazing pictures, but a not very interesting story. "
— Vicki, 7/14/2013 -
" If you don't like this book, I don't like you. It's pretty much that simple ;) "
— Grace, 1/10/2013 -
" Cute read for kids! "
— Camilla, 12/3/2012 -
" This is still on my shelf as an adult. "
— Samara, 10/1/2012 -
" Another cute book about family. "
— Jennifer, 9/13/2012 -
" I would use this book for a read aloud in class "
— Benita, 8/22/2012 -
" One of my favorites children's book of all time... "
— Jessica, 6/5/2012 -
" Spanish translation of the classic that tells of the adventures of some ducks in a big city. Tiny type makes the book hard to read, and it is pretty lengthy. "
— Chericem, 3/19/2012 -
" This is my all time favorite kids book, and I do love my kids books so that's saying alot. "
— Jen, 3/17/2012 -
" This Caldecott winning picture book from 1941 has withstood the test of time. Still a great book to read to my children. "
— Inspired, 3/11/2012 -
" Really cute book. When I was in Boston I got to see the little duck statues and the area where the book talks about. Very fun for younger grades. "
— Katie, 1/3/2012
About Robert McCloskey
Robert McCloskey (1914–2003) wrote and illustrated some of the most honored and enduring children’s books ever published. He grew up in Hamilton, Ohio, and spent time in Boston, New York, and ultimately Maine, where he and his wife raised their two daughters. The first ever two-time Caldecott Medal winner, for Make Way for Ducklings and Time of Wonder, McCloskey was also awarded Caldecott Honors for Blueberries for Sal, One Morning in Maine, and Journey Cake, Ho! by Ruth Sawyer. He was declared a Living Legend by the Library of Congress in 2000. You can see some of his best-loved characters immortalized as statues in Boston’s Public Garden and Lentil Park in Hamilton, Ohio.