The Ugly Duckling
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1843 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Ugly Duckling

Written by Hans Christian Andersen · Illustrated by Jerry Pinkney

Part of the Caldecott Honor Book series

An awkward bird's journey through adversity to find true beauty.

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40 pages· 637 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· AD820L
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Bookroo's summary

An awkward little bird faces hecklers, hunters, and harsh seasons in a quest for belonging. Jerry Pinkney's adaptation of The Ugly Duckling captures the timeless tale of transformation and resilience. Will the bird's perseverance lead to the discovery of its true self? Experience the journey through lush watercolor landscapes that bring this classic story to life.

From the publisher

For over one hundred years The Ugly Duckling has been a childhood favorite, and Jerry Pinkney’s spectacular new adaptation brings it triumphantly to new generations of readers. With keen emotion and fresh vision, the acclaimed artist captures the essence of the tale’s timeless appeal: The journey of the awkward little bird – marching bravely through hecklers, hunters, and cruel seasons – is an unforgettable survival story; this blooming into a graceful swan is a reminder of the patience often necessary to discover true happiness. Splendid watercolors set in the lush countryside bring drama to life.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (2000)
At a glance
Format
Pages
40
Words
637
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD820L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.5
F&P level
~S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
35269
Publication
Published
March 24, 1999
First published
November 11, 1843
Publisher
Morrow Junior Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688159320
LCCN
98023604
OCLC
43610848

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