In the Rain with Baby Duck
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1995 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

In the Rain with Baby Duck

Written by Amy Hest · Illustrated by Jill Barton

A duckling discovers joy in the rain with a surprising find.

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32 pages· 428 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD410L
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Bookroo's summary

On a dreary day, Baby Duck despises the rain until Grampa Duck reveals a hidden treasure in the attic—an umbrella and boots once worn by Mrs. Duck. With newfound excitement, Baby Duck embraces the wet world outside. Will this discovery change Baby Duck's view on rainy days forever? Dive into this heartwarming tale of unexpected joy and playful adventures.

From the publisher

Rain has never been so much fun! This classic is sure to encourage some serious puddle jumping. It’s a rainy, rainy day, and Baby Duck hates rain. Mrs. Duck says she’s never heard of a duck not liking rain. But then Grampa Duck and Baby Duck come down from the attic with a little umbrella and rubber boots that belonged to . . . whom? . . . Mrs. Duck! Baby Duck grabs them up with glee and goes outside to play. This ducky story – wonderfully illustrated with watercolors full of tender expression – will have every puddle jumper wishing for rain.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
428
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD410L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1.8
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
14980
Publication
Published
April 7, 1999
First published
January 1, 1995
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763606978

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