Quackenstein Hatches a Family

Written by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen · Illustrated by Brian T Jones

A lonely duck adopts an egg, unleashing a surprising chase through the zoo.

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32 pages· 520 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Quackenstein, a lonely duck at the zoo, adopts an egg, hoping for companionship. But when the egg hatches, he's shocked by the creature that emerges. In a hilarious chase reminiscent of monster movies, Quack must confront his fears. Will this unexpected 'monster' become a friend or foe? Discover the surprising twist as Quack learns that family can come in the most unexpected forms.

From the publisher

A spooky and kooky tale about a lonely duck and his unexpected new friend–now in an 8 x 8 trim size and paperback Told in rollicking rhyme, this picture book introduces Quackenstein, a lonely duck in his “lair” at the zoo. One day, Quack is inspired to adopt an egg from the nursery and–much like his inspiration, Dr. Frankenstein–he’s shocked by what emerges from the egg. The “monster” chases him throughout the zoo in a fast-paced and funny parody of monster movies. In the twist ending, the monster (actually an adorable platypus) and Quack resolve their differences and settle down as a not-so-spooky family.

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