Duck Gets a Job
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018

Duck Gets a Job

Written and illustrated by Sonny Ross

A duck seeks fulfillment beyond city jobs, chasing a dream of artistry.

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32 pages
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Duck is tired of city jobs and the endless chatter about them. Despite his friends' enthusiasm, he finds the city life unfulfilling. Determined to follow his heart, Duck quits his bank job to pursue his true passion—art. Will he find happiness in his creative journey, or will the allure of city life pull him back? Discover how Duck's quest for purpose leads him to a job he truly loves.

From the publisher

A career-minded duck conveys an important message about finding your own way in this funny, quirky story. Duck wants a job. All his friends have jobs in the city, and they never stop talking about them. Duck doesn’t think a job in the city sounds very exciting, but he decides to try it – and it’s not long before he discovers that it is not for him! He knows he needs to follow his heart and pursue his dream of being an artist. And when he does, he realizes he’s found a job that he truly loves.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about ducksBooks about artistsBooks about trying new thingsBooks about self-discoveryBooks about jobs and careers
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Book details

Publication
Published
June 12, 2018
Publisher
Templar
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763698966

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