The Story about Ping
No. of pages 15
Published: 2009
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"The Story About Ping" follows a young duck named Ping who lives on the Yangtze River with his family. Every evening, when the boatman calls for the ducks to come home, Ping strives to be the last to leave, a way to boast his bravery. However, one day, he delays too long and gets left behind. Alone and scared, Ping embarks on a journey of adventure, encountering various animals and learning valuable lessons about friendship, bravery, and the importance of belonging. Ultimately, this charming tale highlights the significance of family and the warmth of returning home. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Picture Puffins, Puffin Storytime, Red Fox, Red Fox Picture Books .
There are 15 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Penguin Putnam Inc .
Marjorie Flack was an award-winning author and illustrator best known for The Story About Ping . She was born in Greenport, Long Island, New York, in 1897 and died in 1958. Kurt Wiese (1887-1974) illustrated over 300 children's books and wrote and illustrated another 20 books. He received two Newbery Awards and two Caldecott Honor Book Awards.
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Ducks in literature
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This book is in the following series:
Picture Puffins
The "Picture Puffins" series is a collection of beautifully illustrated childrens picture books published by Puffin Books, a well-known imprint of Penguin Random House. This series is aimed primarily at children aged 3 to 7 years and encompasses a wide range of stories, including fairy tales, fables, original tales, and adaptations of classic literature. One of the standout features of the series is the vibrant and engaging illustrations that accompany the text. Many books in the series promote educational themes, such as friendship, kindness, sharing, and problem-solving. The narratives often carry moral lessons, making them suitable for both entertainment and educational purposes. The stories are typically written in simple, rhythmic language that is easy for children to understand and enjoyable to read aloud.
