the Ugly Duckling and Missing Hat: Fairy Tales Like Never Told Before: 3

"I loved the original story of the Ugly Duckling, and this rendition, dare I say, was even better."- Amy Louise Hill, Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)Everyone knows the Ugly Duckling. But no one knows what happened before he became a swan.Meet Zack - a duckling tired of being teased about his grey feathers.So he does something no fairy-tale character has ever done before:He goes to his own Author and asks for help. And that's when things get wonderfully wonky.Inside This Magical Adventure, Children Will Discover:a hilarious twist on the classic Ugly Duckling story40+ vibrant illustrations, including beautiful double-page spreadsA 10-minute bonus audiobooka rhyming story made for reading aloud and sharing together"The illustrations are adorable and of professional quality; children will love them."- Amy Louise Hill, Readers' FavoriteIs This Just Another Ugly Duckling Story?Not quite.Zack thinks he needs to change before he can be loved.But his adventure leads him to a much bigger question:Does he really need to become a swan to be loved?"If your little one is feeling a little left out or different from others, this book will be perfect for showing them that differences in people are what make us who we are."- Amy Louise Hill, Readers' FavoriteFor children aged 5-7, Zack's adventure is a story to laugh with, wonder at, and enjoy together.For parents, teachers, and grandparents, it opens the door to gentle conversations about being different, being teased, fitting in, and learning to appreciate who you are.And There's More Inside...A free bonus audiobook featuring 5 voices, music and sound effectsA printable self-confidence activity