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The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck

By Beatrix Potter

Part of the Beatrix Potter Original Tales series

Adjectives

charming cautionary whimsical

Genres

Animals Classics

Synopsis

Jemima Puddle-Duck longs to hatch her own eggs, but the farmer's wife keeps taking them away. Determined, Jemima sets off to find a quiet nesting spot and meets a charming gentleman who offers his shed. Unbeknownst to her, he's a cunning fox with a sinister plan. Thankfully, the farm's loyal collie, Kep, discovers the plot and comes to Jemima's rescue just in time. This classic tale teaches lessons about trust and the dangers of naivety.

About the author

Beatrix Potter was a British author and illustrator who loved animals and nature. She is best known for creating the beloved character Peter Rabbit and writing many other stories about adventurous animals. Her charming tales and beautiful drawings have delighted children for generations, making her books favourites for bedtime and story time.

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2002

Community rating

Average score: 4

From 7 readers

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