Duck, Duck, Bruce!
Will be published approx. on 13. October 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
34 pages
978-1-923011-21-2 (ISBN)
Description
A neurodivergent duck saves the day by being himself.
Bruce is the only duck in his flock who doesn't follow the leader, fly as part of a perfect V formation, or do anything quite the same way as the other ducks do.
A joyful read and laugh-out-loud experience, Duck, Duck, Bruce! is an engaging picture book that uses repetition, wordplay and visual humour to invite readers to notice how some ducks do things a little bit differently.
From fine dining to flying a light aircraft, young readers will love watching Bruce waddle through life in his own unique ways.
When a big bad wolf sets her sights on Bruce's flock, will they all fall for her tricks and be doomed, or will Bruce turn out to be the hero his flock needs by simply being himself?
Perfect for classrooms, libraries, and family sharing, Duck, Duck, Bruce! is a story that supports social and emotional learning by encouraging explorations of neurodiversity, identity, belonging and self-determination.
Bruce is the only duck in his flock who doesn't follow the leader, fly as part of a perfect V formation, or do anything quite the same way as the other ducks do.
A joyful read and laugh-out-loud experience, Duck, Duck, Bruce! is an engaging picture book that uses repetition, wordplay and visual humour to invite readers to notice how some ducks do things a little bit differently.
From fine dining to flying a light aircraft, young readers will love watching Bruce waddle through life in his own unique ways.
When a big bad wolf sets her sights on Bruce's flock, will they all fall for her tricks and be doomed, or will Bruce turn out to be the hero his flock needs by simply being himself?
Perfect for classrooms, libraries, and family sharing, Duck, Duck, Bruce! is a story that supports social and emotional learning by encouraging explorations of neurodiversity, identity, belonging and self-determination.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Woolombi
Australia
Target group
Children/juvenile
Reading Age: From 4 to 8 years, Interest Age: From 3 to 8 years
Product notice
Laminated cover
sewn/stitched
Illustrations
full-colour illustrations throughout; Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 229 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-923011-21-2 (9781923011212)
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Persons
Dannika Patterson is a Brisbane-based author of more than twelve books for children, as well as a workshop presenter, copywriter, and small business owner. With degrees in Psychology and Journalism, she brings both insight and warmth to stories that support children's emotional and social development. After an international writing career helping organisations tell their stories, she discovered her true passion in creating books and experiences that empower young readers. Her work aims to spark wonder, encourage self-awareness, and drive positive change in gentle, joyful ways.