Duck, Duck, Groove

by Jeanette Fazzari Jones, Merry Miller- Gass

Overview

A dancing duck. A flashy raincoat. A forest full of opinions.
Get ready to groove with a joyful picture book about being yourself—even when others say not to.

Upton isn’t your average duck. He’s got style, rhythm, and a brand-new raincoat that makes him strut his stuff with flair. But when other forest animals insist “Ducks don’t do that!”, Upton begins to wonder—should he tone it down or keep flapping to his own beat?

Perfect for fans of Giraffes Can’t Dance and Funky Chicken, this upbeat and empowering read-aloud is full of humor, heart, and bold illustrations that celebrate:
– Self-expression and confidence
– Peer pressure and fitting in
– Social-emotional learning (SEL) themes
– Movement and rhythm
– Forest animal friendships

Whether you’re looking for a funny animal story, a dancing duck picture book, or a children’s book about individuality, Duck Duck Groove brings the groove to story time.

Recommended for ages 4–8
-Great for preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary
-A standout gift for confident kids, quirky readers, or dance-loving duck fans

Let Upton show your little ones how to shine their brightest—raincoat, rhythm, and all.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781956378436
Publisher:	The Little Press
Publication date:	05/05/2026
Pages:	38
Product dimensions:	10.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	5 - 7 Years

About the Author

Jeanette Fazzari Jones is an educator who loves learning new hobbies and taking on new, crafty adventures. She's taught many things, from Kindergarten, to knitting, to martial arts and finds joy in encouraging children to discover their unique interests and talents. Jeanette grew up on the Jersey Shore and now resides in Kentucky with her husband Daniel and two children, Hannah and Josiah. When she's not teaching or chauffeuring her kiddos to their activities, she can be found baking, gardening, or sampling the goodies from either!

Merry is a freelance artist who specializes in children’ s book illustration. She loves creating quirky characters, silly situations, and pouring warmth and joy into every project. Merry grew up in the coastal region of Ventura County, located in sunny Southern California. She now lives in the foothills of the Sierras with her husband, children, and a wild pack of pets.