About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels small, overwhelmed by a big change, or is grieving the loss of a physical object like a favorite toy. Based on a true event, Ducky tells the story of a yellow plastic bath toy that is washed overboard in a storm and must navigate the vast, unpredictable Pacific Ocean alone. It is a gentle but poignant exploration of what it means to be lost and the quiet persistence required to keep going when the world feels too big. Eve Bunting provides a comforting narrative voice that validates a child's fear of the unknown while modeling resilience. At just 32 pages with evocative illustrations, it is perfect for children ages 4 to 8 who are learning to navigate their own big feelings and transitions. Parents will appreciate the way it turns a survival story into a lesson on hope and the eventual joy of belonging.
