The Ugly Ducking
by Hans Christian Andersen
Morrow
ISBN: 068815932X
Age Level: Young Beginning (Ages 0-6)

We've probably all heard the story of the ugly misfit duckling who has trouble finding out where he belongs. The little bird endures teasing and taunting until the day he finally grows into his true identity: a beautiful swan. Jerry Pinkney's graceful watercolor paintings bring a sunny countryside world --- and a lovable character --- to life.

   --- Shannon Maughan