Reception: The Ugly Duckling

By Mara Alperin and Sue Eastland

The Ugly Duckling tells the story of a young duckling who looks different from the others and is teased and rejected because of his appearance. Feeling lonely and sad, he leaves home and goes on a journey to find where he belongs.

This story teaches important lessons about kindness, perseverance, and accepting people for who they are.

Penny-Jo felt sad when the other ducklings laughed at him.

Tahreem liked it when the ugly duckling turned into a swan.