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Duck for Turkey Day

Duck for Turkey Day
By: Jacqueline Jules
Illustrated by: Kathryn Mitter
Age Level: 3-6
Reading Level: Beginning Reader

Tuyet is excited for Thanskgiving! She tells her mother that it is time to buy a turkey, but when she learns that her family will be having duck instead, Tuyet is very worried. It's Turkey Day, not Duck Day! When it comes time to tell the class what she ate for Turkey Day, Tuyet is in for a special surprise. This heartwarming story is a beautiful reminder of the unique ways we each celebrate our own traditions.