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Zachary Quack Minimonster

By Lynley Dodd

Adjectives

playful rhythmic charming

Genres

Animals Poetry/Verse

Synopsis

Zachary Quack, a lively little duckling, embarks on an energetic chase after a swift dragonfly. Along the way, he stirs up a centipede, a spider, and a mouse, causing delightful chaos. As he pursues the dragonfly through various sticky situations, Zachary Quack becomes increasingly dishevelled, transforming into a 'minimonster' that surprises everyone he encounters. This charming tale, filled with rhythmic language and playful illustrations, is perfect for young readers.

About the author

Lynley Dodd is a much-loved author and illustrator from New Zealand, best known for her Hairy Maclary books. Her stories are full of fun rhymes and unforgettable animal characters. Children all over the world enjoy reading about Hairy Maclary’s adventures with his furry friends. Lynley Dodd’s books are perfect for sharing and reading aloud.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2006

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