A Duck in New York City (review)

I have to admit, when I saw this book slide out of the envelope, it took my breath away.

Because as much as I try to stay totally unbiased when I review things, I saw that duck and wanted to give it a big hug. Doesn’t the duck look like it needs the hug? Not in a sad, pathetic way…more of a ohmygoshitssocuuuute way.

So, I was basically praying the book would be half as good as the cover art…because if the book was bad, well, the duck would cry. Then I’d cry and it would be a mess.

What it Came With

• A Beautifully illustrated book (with CD lyrics in back)
• A CD with 12 songs
• Sticker on the book indicating it received a Parents’ Choice Gold Award

My Expectations

As I mentioned in the beginning…I was totally rooting for the duck.

The Results

I cried. There, I admit it. It’s basically a totally different retelling of The Little Engine That Could. But, you know what, a cute little duck just begs for more of an emotional investment in the story than a train engine. It does for me, anyway.

I found myself saying “Yes, I can!” on the duck’s behalf.

My kids weren’t even here when I did.

Conclusion

The book is great, the CD is adorable and great for kids. It’s not a kid CD with hidden meanings to keep the adults interested, either. It’s straight-up happy-child good-tyme lyrics. From loving a hippo to planting a seed and helping it grow in a garden, this is a CD I am thrilled to play for my girls.

There are also two other phenominal Book/CD combos I was able to check out and the quality of both are beyond belief. I recommend these because the price is fantastic when you consider you’re getting a hardcover book and a full-length CD. Talk about a two-for-one deal.

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What are your favorite books to read to your little ones? Before the Duck in New York City our favorite was the Snuggle Puppy book…but the duck is the new favorite around here.