Hello, Mandarin Duck!

Written by Bao Phi · Illustrated by Dion MBD;Dion MBD

Twins help a lost duck find its way home amidst a bustling parade.

3.6 Goodreads · 196 ratings

32 pages· 779 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· 540L

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Bookroo's summary

Twins Hue and Hoa encounter a lost duck on their way to a May Day parade. As they try to guide it to the pond, neighbors from diverse backgrounds join in, offering help and greetings in various languages. Can the community's teamwork and the duck's own instincts lead it home? Discover a heartwarming tale of unity and problem-solving in a vibrant neighborhood.

From the publisher

Twins Hue and Hoa are excited for the May Day parade! While waiting at the park for the parade to begin, they spot a little duck who seems new to the neighborhood–and looks confused by the crowd and commotion. How can the twins help the duck get to the pond? Many friends from the neighborhood stop to say hello and offer suggestions. Teamwork, collective brainstorming, and the duck’s own inspiration finally help it reach its new home–with an entire community welcoming it with a parade! A celebration of a vibrant, multicultural neighborhood that warmly welcomes newcomers from near and far, this story also encourages communal problem-solving and offers a gentle reminder of the deportation fears many children and families face.

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