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The Ugly Duckling
Series: Fairytale Classics
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When Mother Duck's eggs hatch, one little duckling is wibbly and wobbly… and very ugly! The other animals laugh at him - how will the ugly duckling ever find a friend?
When Mother Duck's eggs hatch, one little duckling is wibbly and wobbly. and very ugly! The other animals laugh at him - how will the ugly duckling ever find a friend?
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When Mother Duck's eggs hatch, one little duckling is wibbly and wobbly... and very ugly! And no matter how hard he tries to fit in, the other animals just laugh at him.
Will the ugly duckling ever find a friend?
My First Fairy Tales are a magical introduction to the well-loved stories that are a key part of every childhood. With fresh and fun illustrations, these simple re-tellings of classic fairy tales make a perfect read for young and old alike!
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
The Ugly Duckling by Mara Alperin receives praise for its vibrant and engaging illustrations, which breathe new life into the classic tale. It's commended for being perfectly adapted for preschool children, combining colourful and exciting artwork with a storytelling approach that resonates with both young readers and adults.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781848690370
Publisher: Little Tiger Press Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 February 2016
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Little Tiger Press
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Sue Eastland
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 3.0mm
Width: 245.0mm
Height: 280.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 32
About the Author
When not writing, Mara enjoys reading, hiking, baking cupcakes and playing Ultimate Frisbee. She is based in Richmond, London. My First Fairy Tales are her first books for Little Tiger Press.
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