The Odd Egg

What do our readers think of The Odd Egg? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy Duck's funny adventure, the soft pictures and the excitement of seeing each egg hatch. They often laugh at the surprising ending and ask to hear the story again.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Odd Egg?

Emily Gravett gives us a funny, tender picture book about feeling left out, finding your own way and discovering that being different can be rather brilliant. The die-cut pages build delicious suspense as the eggs hatch, while the softly comic illustrations reward close looking. Ideal for sharing with preschoolers and younger primary-aged children, especially those who enjoy a surprise with their giggles.

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What is The Odd Egg about?

Duck feels left out as all the other birds have eggs to hatch. When he discovers a large, spotted egg, he is thrilled, despite the other birds' teasing. As their eggs hatch one by one, Duck patiently waits for his. When it finally hatches, everyone is in for a big surprise.

About the author

Emily Gravett is a much-loved British author and illustrator known for her imaginative and playful picture books. Her stories, such as 'Wolves' and 'The Rabbit Problem', are full of clever surprises and beautiful drawings. Emily enjoys bringing her animal characters to life and inspiring children to read, laugh, and explore new ideas.

Discussion ideas around The Odd Egg

Feeling left out: How do you think Duck feels when all the other birds have eggs, and what might help someone who feels left out?

An odd egg: Why do the other birds think Duck's egg is odd, while Duck thinks it is beautiful? Which view do you understand best?

Waiting patiently: Duck has to wait while the other eggs hatch. What can make waiting easier, and when is waiting worth it?

Families come in different shapes: What makes someone a family, and how can a family care for one another even when they look different?

Looking closely: What details in the pictures help you guess what might happen next, and which details do you notice only after looking again?