Truck Full of Ducks
By Ross Burach
The Story
A truck driver named Bernie sets off to deliver a truckload of ducks, but when one of them eats the directions, he has to figure out just who ordered them in the first place.
Why It's Special
For the kid who can't resist a silly voice and a sillier animal, this is the book that turns a delivery mix-up into a full-blown quacking uproar.
- Big idea: Sometimes losing the instructions is exactly what turns an ordinary errand into an adventure.
- Vibes: Loud, goofy, fast-paced, and packed with visual jokes on every page.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy silly, over-the-top animal antics
- like to call out and repeat funny lines
- love poring over busy, detailed illustrations
- respond well to a story that builds toward a big goofy payoff
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What do you think Bernie should do after the duck eats his directions?
- Imagination: If you were riding in a truck full of ducks, what do you think would happen?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Bernie felt when he realized he'd lost his directions?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever lost something important, like directions or a list? What did you do?
- Imagination: Who do you think ordered a truck full of ducks, and why?
