The book, which won the Caldecott Medal as “the most distinguished American picture book for children” in 1942, was inspired by the ducks author Robert McCloskey would feed in Boston’s Public Garden, near where he attended art school in the ’30s. Shortly thereafter, the Mallards molt, and are are unable to continue their search until their baby ducklings are born. Given to my son when he was six years old in 1986 by his Auntie Mel, it quickly became a household favorite. Download one of the Free Kindle apps to start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, and computer. But this time, it will take all his might and some plain old ingenuity to save him and the gull from a raging storm. However, the most important thing for a children's book is that children like it. The Ducklings' Names The ducklings are named inalphabetical order – … Prime members enjoy Free Two-Day Shipping, Free Same-Day or One-Day Delivery to select areas, Prime Video, Prime Music, Prime Reading, and more. I thought it would be a nice memento for our five year old daughter. The pictures are lovely too............the only thing I would say is they may have been better if they had a splash of colour. Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in Amazon's fulfilment centres, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. Regardless, I would still by it again. They went to see the brass likeness of the ducklings several times and had pictures taken with them at the park. No Kindle device required. Digital Presentations: Make Way For Ducklings. I knew having seen it that it had no colour pictures but, the illustrations are so good, that I don’t think they’re hugely missed. You may unsubscribe at any time. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. The setting for the story Make Way for Ducklings is Boston, Massachusetts. Download it Make Way For Ducklings books also available in PDF, EPUB, and Mobi Format for read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. First published in 1941, the book tells the story of a pair of mallards who decide to raise their family on an island in the lagoon in Boston Public Garden, a park in the center. Plus, enjoy 10% off your next online purchase over $50. "This delightful picture book captures the humor and beauty of one special duckling family. An old story purchased for my 6 and 4 year old Grandkids who were going on a trip to Boston. this is from the 1950's and has that feeling. This week’s book: “Make Way for the Ducklings”. I almost bought this book whilst in Boston, where the story is based and you can actually visit the ducks in the park but was worried about all the weight I was bringing home. For more than fifty years kids have been entertained by this warm and wonderful story." Offer valid for new subscribers only. When the ducklings begin to explore the world around them, the local Police officer looks out for the young family by stopping traffic, feeding them peanuts, and welcoming them to the neighborhood.