Clever Duck
By Dick King-Smith
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Damaris, an exceptionally clever duck, teams up with her sheepdog friend, Rory, to outsmart the arrogant pigs who belittle the other farm animals. Their plan leads to unexpected chaos, resulting in the pigs' capture by the sinister Mr. Crook. Feeling remorseful, Damaris devises a daring rescue mission to bring the pigs back home, teaching everyone a lesson in humility and kindness.
About the author
Dick King-Smith was a much-loved British author who wrote over 100 books for children, often about animals and farms. His most famous story is 'The Sheep-Pig', which inspired the popular film 'Babe'. Dick loved spending time with animals and used his real-life experiences to create his wonderful, imaginative stories.
Pages
91 pages
Reading age
Early Chapter Book (6-10)
Published
1997
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