Robert McCloskey - Make Way for Ducklings

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by befus in Books

Make Way for a Classic

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Feb 4, 2006
Pros: Delightful story, whimsical illustrations. Great duckling names!
Cons: Not a one

Summary: I'm not entirely sure how one should define a "classic," but I think it has a lot to do with something remaining beloved over a long period of time. I tend to shake my head when I hear the word "classic" thrown around loosely, as in "another classic ... read more
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by artemis8 in Books

Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey

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Sep 25, 2013
Pros: cute ducklings, determined mother, caring people
Cons: none

Summary: I love Caldecott winning books. Make Way for Ducklings also happened to be on a list of recommended books for second graders, so it definitely made its way home from the library for me to read with my son.This book tells the story of Mr. ... read more
by keithpruitt in Books

McCloskey�s Make Way for Ducklings a Children�s Classic

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Jun 3, 2011
Pros: Charming story, engaging visuals, depiction of American society
Cons: its a classic, there are none

Summary: In the era of a second world war, Robert McCloskey became one of America’s greatest children’s authors, and in the process won many awards. Make Way for Ducklings won the Caldecott Award in 1942. The book is the story of ... read more
by rcoaxum12

Look out Boston! Here come the Ducklings!

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May 18, 2010
Pros: Beautiful illustrations and cute story.
Cons: None.

Summary: “Make Way for Ducklings” is a Caldecott Medal award-winning book by Robert McCloskey and it is about how a family of ducks tries to live in the city of Boston. “Make Way for Ducklings” is a ... read more
by carmenbabylove

A Classic Must Read for Young Children

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Apr 28, 2008
Pros: Lovely story, beautiful illustrations, classic
Cons: None

Summary: Make Way for Ducklings is a classic children’s book about a family of ducks looking for a home. It was published in 1941 and won a Caldecott Medal. It is written and illustrated by Robert McCloskey. McCloskey has written several wonderful ... read more
by bilbopooh in Books

Robert McCloskey's Quack-tastic Tale a Delight for Duck Lovers

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Mar 27, 2007
Pros: wonderful illustrations, classic story
Cons: Did Mr. Mallard realize how perilous his wife's journey could be with ducklings in tow?

Summary: Yesterday was the warmest, brightest, sunshiney-est day we've seen in Erie for quite a while, so when I got a phone call from my brother, who attends college half an hour away, I wasn't surprised to hear that he was outside enjoying the nice weather. ... read more
by walkertishbite

Make Way For Ducklings

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Oct 23, 2006
Pros: Excellent story line, good pictures, easy to connect with
Cons: None at all

Summary: One day I was bored out of my mind. So I wandered down to the library and started flipping through books. Now I don't know why, but for some reason I'm attracted to little kid books, and one that I happened to pick up and flip through was Make Way ... read more
by Lark729_89

McCloskey's Words & Sketches Are Priceless

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Apr 24, 2003
Pros: The places in the story are real for children to identify with.
Cons: none

Summary: My father was a reader of many books during his lifetime and being a book lover (mostly old books) he always was the one who passed the good stories along. Make Way For Ducklings brings back fond memories of the time my father first handed to me ... read more
by fionablackwolf

Just Ducky!

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May 16, 2002
Pros: Fun story great Illustrations
Cons: none

Summary: Make Way For Ducklings is my all time favorite children's book. Originally published in 1941, Robert McClosky created a timeless classic. My copy is an oversized hardcover given to me in my childhood. The cover proudly displays the seal of the Caldecott ... read more
by arismom4

A Warm and Snuggly Bedtime Read--Make Way For Ducklings

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Sep 11, 2001
Pros: Caldecott-winning illustrations, lovely story
Cons: let me think...no, none at all

Summary: Tonight I was reading bedtime stories with my daughter. She is two and a half, making everything in life a power struggle, including the reading of bedtime stories. However, there are several books in her library that hold her attention quite well ... read more
by conraddad

A favorite for all ages

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May 13, 2001
Pros: A classic book to be read over and over again
Cons: none

Summary: I am a big fan of any book that any age can enjoy. I have 2 children ages 6 and 8. I run a home day care with children ages 5 months to 7 years old. I adore all children's books, but it is tough to find books that children of all ages and interests ... read more
by jo.com

Make Way for The Mallard Family Ducklings

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Apr 21, 2001
Pros: A Caldecott Medal Winner; a great story with great pictures.
Cons: None

Summary: There are movies that are considered classics. Gone with the Wind would be one of them, in my opinion. There are books that are considered classics. I would put Make Way for Ducklings in that category. A classic to me means it will be handed ... read more
by graphicmom

Quack, Quack, Quack...

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Nov 4, 2000
Pros: great pictures, wonderful story
Cons: none

Summary: What a wonderful book!! Robert McCloskey wrote many good ones. Make Way For Ducklings is a wonderful book about Mr. and Mrs. Mallard and their quest to find a place suitable to raise ducklings. After searching many unsuitable ... read more

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