Duck for a Day

(Paperback)

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In a primary school class, the teacher, Mrs Melvino, brings in a new class pet. A duck called Max. All of the students, including Abby, want to take Max home for the night. Hwever, they must abide by Max's strict demands before Mrs Melvino allows it. Abby works hard to make her home appropriate but when Max finally comes home with Abby, he waddles away to the park. Abby has to rescue him from the pond but needs the help of her neighbour, the annoying Noah.

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There is an impressive balance between control and creativity, order and chaos, knowledge and intuition woven amongst the action of Duck for a Day... Duck for a Day is a feel good book with a feel good ending. * Library Thing *
A terrific story for younger readers ready to move on to chapter books with a bit of character development. -- Lisa * goodreads *
A delightful story of sharing and working together, this book is a charming response to a scenario often seen in primary classrooms. The joy of the class pet is reflected in the wonderful illustrations and the whole book is joyous to read This is a wonderful book, rich and multilayered, one which would be a fabulous read aloud in a primary school, if it is on the shelf long enough for a teacher to find. -- Fran Knight * Read Plus *
A perfect tale for emerging readers * Lamont Books *
Fun, quirky and with a great sense of humour head and shoulders above many adult books! * My Book Corner *

Author Bio

Meg McKinlay grew up in Bendigo, Victoria, in a book-loving, TV- and car-free household. On the long and winding path to becoming a childrens writer, she has worked a variety of jobs including swim instructor, tour guide, translator and teacher. These days, she lives with her family near the ocean in Fremantle and divides her time between teaching and writing, a balance that swings wildly between chaos and calm. She is always busy cooking up more books and you can visit her on the web at www.megmckinlay.com

Leila Rudge was born in England and grew up making mud pies with six siblings and Jeni from number 15. After completing an Illustration Degree at Bath Spa University, Leila headed to Australia to seek her fortune (and the sunshine). Creating tiny characters for books is her favourite part of illustrating.