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Mr. McCloskey's Marvelous Mallards: The Making of Make Way For Ducklings
Emma Bland Smith
Illustrator: Becca Stadtlander
Ages: 6+
Published: 2022
Publisher: Calkins Creek/ Astra BFYR/Astra Publishing House
ISBN: 978-1-63592-392-6
Keywords: persistence, dedication, accuracy, research, writing process and revision
After many revisions, a renowned author and illustrator discovered the best way to draw his unforgettable ducklings. Original sketches and humorous colorful illustrations. Includes comments from Jane McCloskey and an author's note.