"Ducklings and ducks are common sights in parks, neighborhoods, and many other places around the world. Readers are introduced to the life cycle of a duck as it grows from egg to duckling to adult through enlightening main text that presents elementary science concepts in a fun and fact-filled way. Fact boxes expand on this basic biology topic, and diagrams with clear labels help readers visualize the various life cycle stages they’re learning about. Full-color photographs of ducks throughout their life cycle inspire readers to see how examples of science concepts can be found all around them." -- Amazon.com