Franklin and the Duckling

Franklin the Turtle

by Sharon Jennings (Adapter)

Franklin knows he's not allowed another pet, but when he finds a lone duckling he can't resist bringing his new friend home. When the duckling turns his bedroom into a regular aquatic habitat, Franklin must ask himself: does he really want another pet after all? This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2006

About the author

Sharon Jennings is a children's book author. She has published over 70 books in 27 years. She teaches writing at Ryerson University. She was President of The Canadian Society of Children’s Authors, Illustrators and Performers (CANSCAIP) for three terms.

Reviews

[Jacquelyn]

Genre: Fiction Reading level: Ages 4-8
“Franklin can tie his shoes. Franklin can count by twos.” In this episode from the popular children’s show, Franklin can’t help wanting to add to his collection of pets. When he and Bear find a lost duckling, Franklin decides to keep it despite his mother’s wishes. The duckling does not take to domestic life, and Franklin learns that sometimes his best intentions are not enough. A happy ending is had by all when the duckling’s family comes to retrieve it. This easy reader is classified by the publisher as a level 2: Kids can read with help. The full color illustrations will be familiar to children who watch the television show. The book is laid out in short sentences with familiar words and some fun sound words like “Shhhh!”, “COUGH!”, and “QUACK!” Children will enjoy knowing that a duckling does not belong in a bedroom before Franklin figures it out.
Other books about pets:
Because of Winn-Dixie, Kate DiCamillo
Mr. Popper’s penguins, Richard Atwater
Tales of a fourth grade nothing, Judy Blume

[Rosa Cline]

Franklin is a turtle and in his books he learns various adventures of growing up. Often time with his many friends he has within his neighborhood. His best friend is Bear.

In this one Franklin asks for another pet other than his goldfish. But his parents says 'no'. While he and Bear are swimming they find a lost duckling. The duckling follow Franklin all day and then follows him home. So he thinks he can 'hide' him as his pet. He soon learns that a pet is a lot of work.

[Purple Iris]

Not crazy about the second story.

[Luna]

My children really enjoyed the pictures and quacking with the duck.