Duckworth, the Difficult Child
“Duckworth, the Difficult Child” by Michael Sussman, published by Simon and Schuster on June 18, 2019, is a whimsical tale that explores the challenges faced by a child who feels misunderstood. This 40-page book, written in English, presents Duckworth, a boy whose parents label him as difficult. When he encounters a gigantic snake that swallows him whole, his attempts to explain the situation are met with disbelief, as his parents insist he is simply imagining things.
Readers will find a humorous narrative that resonates with the experiences of children navigating familial misunderstandings. The story incorporates elements of fantasy and magic, as well as themes related to family dynamics and the humorous struggles between parents and their children. With illustrations by Júlia Sardà, this edition captures the essence of Duckworth’s plight, inviting readers to empathize with his unique situation.
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Duckworth’s parents think he is a difficult child, so when a snake slides right up and swallows him whole, his parents don’t believe him! What’s poor Duckworth to do?
Duckworth is a difficult child.
At least that’s what his parents think.
So when Duckworth tries to explain that a gigantic snake slithered out of his closet, his parents insist it’s all in his head—he is far too old to be imagining such nonsense. (And will he please do his chores?) But even when the cobra slides right up and swallows Duckworth whole, his parents remain unconvinced! (Where did he find that snake costume, and will he please put it away?)
What’s poor Duckworth to do when his parents just won’t listen? With nods to the deliciously dark humor of Edward Gorey, Florence Parry Heide, and Jon Klassen, Michael Sussman and Júlia Sardà empathize with children everywhere who must find ways to deal with their difficult parents.
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