Duck! Rabbit! by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom
Lichtenheld
This seemingly simple story challenges readers to
answer the question posed by the well-known visual illusion of duck vs rabbit.
Which is it?
The narrative flows through two voices that offer opposing arguments –
Is it a duck hiding in the swamp or a rabbit hiding in
the grass?
A duck flying or a rabbit hopping?
A duck getting a drink or a rabbit cooling its ears?
Each voice tries to make a case for a particular point
of view.
In the end the speakers begin to see the other’s
position and discover there is no absolute “right” or “wrong” conclusion.
The answer, of course, depends on your perspective!
Rosenthal’s clever dialogue is right on point and pairs perfectly with Lichtenheld’s strong lines and bold colors.
Here is a fun
board book with a subtle message and a surprise twist at the end. Entertaining to read on its own. It has the added bonus of being a perfect conversation starter for a discussion about recognizing and respecting
differing points of view.
Kindergarten-Grade 2 Recommended for home libraries.
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