Alexandria Neonakis

Discover the true story of an orphaned mallard duckling being raised by a pair of loons.

On a lake in northern Wisconsin in 2019, loon researchers were surprised to discover a mother and father loon caring for a mallard duckling. Normally loons and mallards live very different lives and do not get along. Follow along as the duckling grows and displays a mix of both loon behaviors and mallard behaviors. Intriguing verse and striking illustrations combine in this heartwarming tale of unexpected animal cooperation.

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Discover the true story of an orphaned mallard duckling being raised by a pair of loons. On a lake in northern Wisconsin in 2019, loon researchers were surprised to discover a mother and father loon caring for a mallard duckling. Normally loons and mallards live very different lives and do not get along. Follow along as the duckling grows and displays a mix of both loon behaviors and mallard behaviors. Intriguing verse and striking illustrations combine in this heartwarming tale of unexpected animal cooperation.

Left at home with only a babysitter on the most magical night of the year, young Theo feels an overwhelming sense of loneliness. Staring out the window into the crisp winter sky, he spots a brilliant shooting star and makes a single, desperate wish: he just wants some friends to keep him company. Almost instantly, the quiet house bursts into astonishing life as the ornaments on his Christmas tree begin to untangle themselves from the pine branches. You will watch in wonder as Theo is joined by an ever-hungry rocking horse, a fragile angel losing her feathers, a little robin who has forgotten its song, and a rusting tin drummer boy. Together, this unlikely band of misfits creates a whirlwind of joyous havoc and heartfelt connection. It is a stunningly crafted holiday tale that captures the true magic of the season, reminding us all to treasure the friendships that bring light into our darkest evenings.