Publisher Description

Agatha loves her new feather bed, but when six shivering, naked geese pay her a visit to discuss the origin of the feathers...is her goose cooked? In a delightful, O. Henry-inspired ending, Agatha arrives at a solution that benefits all, teaching readers to respect the delicate balance between our resources and responsibilities.

Author Biography

Carmen Agra Deedy is a New York Times bestselling author and has been writing and traveling around the world telling stories for more than twenty years. Her books, including 14 Cows for America, The Library Dragon, The Yellow Star, and Martina the Beautiful Cockroach have received numerous awards and honors. Carmen has performed in many prestigious venues, but children are her favorite audience. Born in Havana, Cuba, she came to the United States as a refugee and like most immigrants sees the world from multiple perspectives.

Review Quote

"This finely crafted collection abounds with information and whimsy. It also teems with puns and wordplay. . . . A ducky book." --Publishers Weekly "Offbeat, provocative, well crafted." --Kirkus Reviews

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