Duck on a Tractor

by David Shannon Narrated by Walter Mayes

Overview

Find out what happens when Duck drives the big red tractor through town and past the popular diner where all the locals are having lunch.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

* "Characters' exaggerated facial expressions and body language will keep kids giggling, while dynamic compositions and changing points of view add to the pitch-perfect comedic timing... An energetic, laugh-out-loud tale that's a worthy companion to Duck's first big adventure." — School Library Journal, starred reviewPraise for Duck on a Bike:"Shannon makes the most of awkward appendages on wheels and handlebars, and deftly balances clean compositions with just the right amount of detail. Varying perspectives — including the chicken's-eye-view of Duck's bike wheel looming large — provide plenty of good-natured dash. Add to all this the abundant opportunity for youngsters to chime in with barnyard responses ('M-o-o-o'; 'Cluck! Cluck!'), and the result is one swell read-aloud, packed with freewheeling fun." — Publishers Weekly"This delightful story will have youngsters chiming in on the repeated phrases and predicting, in no time, what will happen next, and the many animal sounds provide ample opportunities for role-playing. Shannon's brightly colored spreads are filled with humor." — School Library JournalPraise for Bugs in My Hair!:"Shannon's informative and amusing text lets readers know that everyone feels embarrassed and grossed out by lice, and his gigantic, googly-eyed bugs add to both the humor and the yuck factor." — The Horn Book"Libraries everywhere should have this book, as this perennial problem crops up in just about every community." — School Library Journal

Kirkus Reviews

2016-06-01
In this similarly funny sequel to Duck on a Bike (2002), Shannon's adventurous Duck returns to conquer his next riding challenge—a tractor!Though Duck's fellow animals have some doubts, his prior triumph subdues them. "Well, if he can ride a bike, maybe he can drive a tractor, too!" It's a rough go at first, as, unlike a bike, a tractor requires ignition. But after a quick twiddle with the pedals and sticks, Duck turns on the big red machine, perfecting his tractor-driving skills in no time. The fun begins when he invites everyone to hop aboard. As Goat, Cow, Dog, Pig and Pig, and the rest of the gang clamber, jump, and fly to join Duck on the tractor, the resulting chaos delights and thrills with every manic facial expression and every bleat, yowl, and holler. Things take another turn for the delightful when Duck steers onto the main road and trundles by a diner full of people, including some familiar faces. The ensuing reaction shots from the diner's patrons range from wacky to comically bewildered, utilizing a tight wide angle to frame each batch of faces. Zany humor once again radiates from both pictures and text: reading out loud is a real delight. Bright, textured colors heighten the madcap antics of each character. The finale wraps things up with a mischievous wink. Fans of Duck's previous outing will revel in this return to gentle anarchy. (Picture book. 4-8)

Product Details

BN ID:	2940171367312
Publisher:	Weston Woods
Publication date:	03/01/2017
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

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