Macmillan This Way Ruby

Ruby's brothers and sisters are always racing off in search of adventure. "This way, Ruby!" they call, as they race through reed beds and run up grassy banks. But little Ruby likes to take things slowly, in her own time. She prefers to look at all the lovely things that surround her which is just as well, for when the ducklings get lost in a storm, it's down to Ruby to find the way home! Editorial Reviews From School Library Journal PreS--Mother and Father Duck have five ducklings. While all of the others are adventurous and plunge full-steam ahead into the water, Ruby, the smallest, prefers to swim slowly, looking at everything around her. She quite often falls behind, but her encouraging siblings call, "This way, Ruby!" One day, while they race along, she notices something her siblings have not-a storm coming their way-and they have no idea which way to turn. Luckily, Ruby's observational skills come to the rescue. This is a sweet book for preschoolers, who will enjoy the little bit of danger and the reassurance that Ruby will find the way home. Harry's illustrations are charming, giving each duckling its own personality. The pastel palette provides a sense of comfort and well-being throughout. Small details are tucked into each picture for children to discover. This follow-up to Ruby in Her Own Time (Scholastic, 2004) is perfect for storytimes and family sharing. Youngsters will be reassured to discover that not all ducks have to swim through life at the same pace.--Susan E. Murray, Glendale Public Library, AZ Copyright å¨ Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. From Booklist Mama and Papa duck have five yellow offspring--Rufus, Rory, Rosie, Rebecca, and Ruby. While Rufus, Rory, Rosie, and Rebecca are energetic and adventurous, Ruby, distinguished by the three feathers that stick up on top of her head, is "small and steady," and observant. But when the ducklings venture out on their own and become lost as a thunderstorm approaches, it's not Rufus, Rory, Rosie, or Rebecca who saves the day--it's Ruby, proving that courage and caution must go hand in hand. The alliterative names provide a fun mantra to recite aloud, and the simple yet movement-filled illustrations, thickly brushed in soft nursery colors, depict a cast of darling ducklings, as deliciously fluffy and sweet as lemon chiffon pie. Stephanie Zvirin Copyright å© American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.