John Browne

Quacky, Smacky & Tacky John Browne

Quacky, Smacky & Tacky is a charming fully illustrated children's book about a young boy raising mallard ducklings that demonstrates a boy's creativity and determination, and also the love and trust that can grow between humans and wild animals. There appears to be a natural desire for the seeds of warmth and caring that grow in both kingdoms. It is a story of bird protection for the benefit of humanity and our environment. One-of-a-kind story, based on a May-September true experiences, of young boy (John Browne) who is chosen by his 2nd grade class (biology project) to take home from his school in suburban Minneapolis and raise three mallard duckling (to maturity and able to fly). Sure to tug on the heart strings of both young readers, parents, outdoor and duck enthusiasts with a message of wildlife education, respect and appreciation. It is a children's story of adventure, fun, wonder and perils and the love and nurturing of a young boy for his three ducklings. The main characters Quacky, Tacky and Smacky all have speaking narrative, along with Molly, a Canada goose as the story's narrator, John, John's mom, his teacher. The "villains" are a fox, a hawk, a raccoon, and a dangerous storm. With visually memorable illustrations and its education value on facts and figures on the world of ducks and raising ducklings, readers will learn about the challenges, life threatening moments, caring, joy and sorrow experienced during this heart-felt adventure.