Duck on a Bike by David Shannon Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Duck on a Bike
Book Review: Fun on a bike
Summary: 5 Stars
David Shannon has once again created a valuable book for the youngest readers. Duck on a Bike tells the fun adventure of an average farm duck with a desire to do something exciting. The story begins with Duck's hungry stare at a red bike, and ends with the same look of desire, only Duck has found a bigger challenge in a tractor. This book has Shannon's signature full page, vividly colored illustrations of farm animals. Shannon's ability to depict human emotion in the facial expressions of animals is a good way for parents to teach children how to anticipate the contents of a story. This book is perfect for young audiences who have just learned the familiar sounds of farm animals. Since the predictable introduction to each animal begins with the standard animal sound, parents can encourage young audiences to interact with the story by voicing the sound of each animal. Duck on a Bike is fun, adorable, and a must read for every toddler and beginning reader.Book Review: Great book
Summary: 5 Stars
My criteria for 5 *s is:
- warm illustrations
- humourous
- well written text
- my kids like it
- fun for an adult to read over and over again
- has a satisfying ending
This book has it all. It took a little while to grow on me but I kept finding more and more depth in the pictures and the text. The animals responses to seeing the duck ride the bike are both appropriate to each animal and humourous. e.g. the horse brags that he is faster, the dog thinks it's really cool, the cat is somewhat indifferent and the goat wants to eat the bike.
It is also very fun to read to children. You can be a bit silly without trying hard. Unlike some other childrens' books, I don't mind reading this frequently and it is a frequent request from my 3.5 year olds.
The ending with the duck staring at the tractor is a fun twist.
Book Review: I had to order another copy because ours was worn out from reading!
Summary: 5 Stars
My daughter loved this book and now my 3 year old son LOVES this book. It is his favorite and I have to read it to him every day. Needless to say I have it memorized by now! The artwork is so wonderful! Bright and colorful illustrations that depict the mood of the animals. We all love this one - but dying to know - will there be "Duck on a Tractor"??? We hope so!Book Review: I wish I could ride a bike just like duck!
Summary: 5 Stars
For me, any book that can be acted, as much as read aloud, is a book that I want to share with my listeners and one that I would definitely recommend to you. This book is both those things. The ingenious text invites you to mimic the farm animals and be the most spirited reader you can be. In the hands of a dedicated reader and/or a devoted parent, this title will prove an exceedingly satisfying read. The illustrations are gorgeous and can be most appreciated in the arms of a child while he/she studies them up close. The clever ending will hopefully tempt your son or daughter to say, "Uh-oh, what's he up to now?" and foster a discussion with him/her about what might happen to Duck next. This is one of the best examples of contemporary literature for young children because it so artfully combines smart writing with outstanding illustrations. Again, like so many of the books I've presented to my audiences at the Children's Museum, this is a book that should be included in your young child's library because it will undoubtedly be read over and over and enjoyed till it's worn.Book Review: Just Ducky Good Read
Summary: 5 Stars
My six-year-old daughter laughed out loud at the antics in the barnyard. How silly... a duck on a bike! Each year my daughter buys books and donates them to the school library in honor of her teachers in lieu of an end of the year gift (how many apple paper weights can one teacher have?!?). This book was purchased for that reason but she enjoyed it so much she wanted to keep it for her personal library (this book is so good it needs to be shared is what convinced her to donate it). Enjoy!!!