Ducks Overboard!: A True Story of Plastic in Our Oceans

A plastic duck story follows one duck as it travels through the ocean, encountering sea life and discovering the rubbish that endangers our oceans. It is a highly accessible and stylish picture book with a positive message about environmental issues.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 07 April 2022
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Discover the pollution crisis in our oceans through the eyes of one lost plastic duck in this engaging and stylish picture book based on a true story.



When a shipping container filled with 28,000 plastic ducks spilled into the Pacific Ocean, where did all those ducks go? Based on a true story, this innovative take on the plastic pollution crisis follows one duck as it travels on ocean currents to meet sea life and discovers the rubbish from humans that endangers our oceans. A highly accessible and stylish picture book with a positive message about environmental issues, from the author-illustrator of "Curiosity," which was shortlisted for the Royal Society Young Peoples Book Prize.



The shipping container, carrying a cargo of 28,000 plastic ducks, tragically spilled into the vast Pacific Ocean. As the container sank, the ducks dispersed into the water, embarking on a journey of uncertainty. Where did they end up?

The story takes us on a captivating adventure through the ocean currents, where the plastic duck encounters various sea creatures. It witnesses the devastating impact of human waste on the marine environment, as it encounters plastic bags, bottles, and other debris floating in the water.

Through its journey, the plastic duck becomes a symbol of the pollution crisis that plagues our oceans. It serves as a reminder of the responsibility we all have to protect our planet and its fragile ecosystems.

The book is written in a highly accessible and engaging style, making it suitable for children and adults alike. The illustrations are beautifully done, bringing the characters to life and adding to the emotional impact of the story.

At the end of the book, the plastic duck finds a new home, away from the pollution and harm that it encountered in the ocean. It serves as a hopeful message that even in the face of adversity, there is always hope for a better future.

This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the plastic pollution crisis and the importance of taking action to protect our oceans. It is a powerful reminder that we all have a role to play in preserving the beauty and health of our planet for generations to come.

Weight: 194g
Dimension: 270 x 234 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529502831