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Nine Ducks Nine Hardcover – January 1, 1990

by Sarah Hayes (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 25 ratings
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As Mr. Fox watches and draws closer to nine ducks, one by one they drop out of sight.
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  1. Reading age
    5 - 6 years
  2. Part of series
    Walker Paperbacks
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Dimensions
    0.4 x 9 x 10.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Lothrop Lee & Shepard
  7. Publication date
    January 1, 1990
  8. ISBN-10
    0688095348
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0688095345
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On a walk through the sunny countryside, nine endearing ducks realize they are being spied on by a hungry fox. One by one they peel off from the flock, luring their not-so-wily pursuer ever closer to a rickety bridge until, in a triumphant ending, Mr. Fox gets his just deserts. Two subordinate story lines, consisting of the ducks' own silly comments and the presence of a small frog, provide additional fodder for giggles. Little ones should also appreciate the repetitive rhymes as the brood dwindles--"Six ducks six did balancing tricks," "Two ducks two had things to do." Hayes's pastoral watercolors dovetail neatly with the lighthearted mood of this merry counting book. Ages 3-6.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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PreSchool-- An original story that reads like a fingerplay."Nine ducks nine walked out in line./ Mr. Fox was watching./One duck ran away,/ down to the rickety bridge." On each double-page spread, there is one less duck, the fox gets closer, and the bridge becomes more crowded. Finally, Mr. Fox pounces, the bridge breaks, and he falls into the river, after which he "went home to his den and never chased those ducks again." Hayes' slightly overfull watercolor and ink illustrations are endearing. Eight of the nine ducks are white; the yellow-and-black speckled one that resembles a large duckling is, of course, the last to go. On each page, speech balloons allow the ducks to comment, ("Foxes are silly," "He can't see me," "He's coming," "I'm hungry," "I'm off!"). The fox isbig, scruffy, and klutzy--menacing without looking actually dangerous. The text does not flow smoothly, since only one line per page rhymes. The art and story line are, nonetheless, appealing and will be enjoyed by preschoolers. --JoAnn Rees, Sunnyvale Pub . Lib . , CA
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lothrop Lee & Shepard (January 1, 1990)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0688095348
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0688095345
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 6 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.4 x 9 x 10.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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  • Christina E. Taylor
    5.0 out of 5 stars Repetition as a Rhetorical Strategy
    Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2011
    Hayes' concept book couches counting in a tale of the "weak" triumphing over the "strong." As the nine ducks lure Mr. Fox deeper and deeper into their trap, readers follow their trail as it traverses full bleed, double page spreads of pastoral watercolors anchored by outlines. The repetitive text and winnowing number of identical white ducks heightens the tension and sense of impending doom until it crescendos with Mr. Fox's comeuppance. This role reversal--the hunter becoming the hunted--is cleverly telegraphed by the visual uniqueness of the sole remaining duck. The presence of the narrative makes this a number book suitable for learning readers. Moreover, the simplicity of the plot makes it an excellent choice for facilitating a reasoned discussion among high school students about the use of repetition as a rhetorical strategy--helping them progress from merely identifying this technique to analyzing its significance and impact.
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  • Elizabeth
    5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter's favorite
    Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2010
    Okay, so my daughter is only 16 months old, but we have about 50 different books for her to choose from and this is clearly her favorite. We have read this to her so many times that we sometimes hide it behind the others. No matter, she is too smart for that. She will pull out all the others and throw them on the floor until she finds "Nine Ducks Nine".
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  • "allena1"
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nine Ducks Nine
    Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2000
    This is a wonderfully illustrated book about ducks. It is not as simplistic as that, though. Counting with a repetitious rhyme is the clencher that keeps kids reading. Their interest is maintained by the cute ducks that are constantly harassed by a fox. The story line is ingenious. I recommend all children be exposed to this book. It lends itself to numerous activities that will keep their imagination flowing.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars I like this product and the delivery was quick
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2023
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  • Marianthi Boutsiavaras
    5.0 out of 5 stars Muito delicado.
    Reviewed in Brazil on September 9, 2019
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    Entrega perfeita.
    Conteúdo do livro muto lindo... desenhos maravilhosos.
    Uso nas minhas aulas para kids.
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  • A. Oulton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Childhood classic
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 29, 2020
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    Best book ever made.
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  • Di
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent quality.
    Reviewed in Australia on January 14, 2021
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    Beautiful story presented in large format.
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    Reviewed in Australia on January 14, 2021
    Beautiful story presented in large format.
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  • Becky Ponting
    3.0 out of 5 stars Second hand but great
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 14, 2024
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    Great story, bought second hand but in good condition
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  • R. Taylor
    4.0 out of 5 stars Lesson Resource
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 20, 2013
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    I used this book as a starter for a maths class in the reception year. The children acted out the roles of the fox and ducks, whilst learning counting. Excellent
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