The Ugly Duckling

illustrated by Jerry Pinkney, written by Hans Christian Andersen, adapted by Jerry Pinkney, and published by Morrow

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About

91´«Ã½

Panoramic end papers set the scene for the creation of the Andersen tale, "The Ugly Duckling."

"Each full-page spread is lush with color that befits the beauty of the naturalistic setting. Pinkney imbues the animals with personality without anthropomorphizing them."

Awards Won

Title Year
Caldecott Medal Image Randolph Caldecott Medal

91´«Ã½

The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the 91´«Ã½, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
2000 - Honor(s)