"A lovely choice, whether at bedtime or storytime." -- Booklist "A bunch of animals joyfully calling out their animal sounds are caught off guard when Duck says 'meow.' . Bright, simple drawings with whimsical details add to the light humor." -- The Horn Book Herald "The animal characters burst from the pages with lively, cheeky personalities, and endearing Duck's qualities come through in the adorable, thick-lined illustrations. The conclusion is satisfying, and the book's theme of inclusion makes it a lovely selection to bring to the attention of adoptive families." -- Kirkus Reviews "HILARIOUS! Kids will absolutely love chiming in with this absolutely brilliant rhyming read aloud." -- Picture Book Recommendations "This darling book is written with rhyme and has a lot of playful onomatopoeias.
It is full of humor and is a perfect read-aloud." -- Jamie Bills "[J]ust right for toddlers and young preschoolers who are learning how rhymes work and can appreciate the twists of the story. A strong purchase for storytime as well as general library collections." -- Jean Little Library "Flying off my bookshelf" "With its high contrast illustrations and plentiful opportunities for audience noise-making, this book would be a good choice for a read aloud." -- Youth Services Book Review "This book will delight the youngest listeners at storytimes with its animal noises and funny familial twist. It also imparts a complex message in an easily-understood way. The themes about identity and family will resonate strongly with children who are adopted or who otherwise feel out of place." -- Children's Literature Comprehensive Database "This fun read is a playful way to explore adoption, celebrating the unexpected and unique bonds that make a family.
" -- Read With a Rescue "Simple, humorous, and quirky, this short picture story by Juliette MacIver is packed with family and friendship. Aside from the duck's strange antics, your kiddo will get a real kick out of all the different animals included, from the wren to the snake." -- Nanny Miss Monique "Rhyming, onomatopoeia, and an adorable cast of animals make Duck Goes Meow a storytime essential. Colorful, bold illustrations make this an excellent choice for younger learners." --Mom Read It "We love this playful book because.all of the onomatopoeias make it a wonderful read aloud .the surprise ending makes us smile: -- Storymamas "This picture book is really perfect for toddlers. I am in love with the unexpected ending! It is definitely a great read for little animal lovers.
" -- A Blue Box Full of Books.