
A Little Duckling Finds the Way
by Stefan Ivan
Rustle, rustle. Where did Duckling’s family go?
When Duckling gets separated from its family among the pondside reeds, the familiar “Quack-quack!” call is nowhere to be heard. A kind turtle named Moss offers company, and together they search the meadow, stream, and quiet shore— pausing to listen along the way.
Across three spring days, Duckling meets small comforts and uncertain moments: tickly clover, bubbling water, a cozy place to rest, and the worry that comes when home still feels far away. Moss stays close, making room for Duckling’s feelings while helping it keep hope alive. Then a faint, familiar rhythm carries across the pond.
A Little Duckling Finds the Way is a gentle read-aloud for preschoolers ages 3–5, with a reassuring story about friendship, patience, and the comfort of finding family again. Its repeated calls and listening pauses invite little ones to join in, while the warm pondside setting makes it a lovely choice for story time or a quiet bedtime read.
- A tender tale of a lost duckling and a caring companion
- Reassuring themes of hope, family, and emotional comfort
- Playful sounds and repetition for shared reading
- Format
- Paperback · 8.5 × 8.5 in · 32 pages · premium color · full bleed
- Also as
- Kindle eBook
- Art style
Watercolor storybook · 14 illustrations- Reader age
- Ages 3–5
- Language
- English
- Made with
- kdpbook · October 2, 2026
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- Picture book
- Watercolor storybook
- Ages 3–5
- 32 pages
- Paperback 8.5 × 8.5 in
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