When they see their friend Thistle carrying a pumpkin, Duck and Goose each want one but they are having no luck finding any pumpkins until Thistle steers them in the right direction.

"Robert McCloskey's unusual and stunning pictures have long been a delight for their fun as well as their spirit of place."—The Horn Book
Mrs. Mallard was sure that the pond in the Boston Public Gardens would be a perfect place for her and her eight ducklings to live.  The problem was how to get them there through the busy streets of Boston.  But with a little help from the Boston police, Mrs. Mallard and Jack,...

When a kind and hardworking duck nearly collapses from overwork, while taking care of a farm because the owner is too lazy to do so, the rest of the animals get together and chase the farmer out of town.

Friends Duck and Goose experience many emotions, from sadness and anger to pride and frustration.

The six horrible Herdmans, the worst kids in the history of the world, cause mayhem throughout the school year.

Pigeon is very angry when the duckling gets a cookie just by asking politely.

Duck causes trouble when he takes off in Goat's boat, carrying Frog and Sheep along with him.

Pigeon learns about sharing when a curious duckling keeps asking questions about the hot dog Pigeon has found.

Webster J. Duck turns to several animals when he tries to find his mother.

"When one little duck keeps sinking, it relies on duckling ingenuity to stay afloat"--