Ask the students to read the sections of the book that pertain to other water birds. Have them make a list of those birds that are most similar to ducks, and include in the list what those similarities are. The book provides both the female and male sexes of each duck that is presented. Have students choose from their duckling journal the most interesting observation that they made. Compile these observations and give each child a copy of the class' findings.
Activities Have students compile a chart of the seasons.
Ask them to note the changes that they learn from this book will occur with the duck when it becomes an adult. Reflect on the information acquired from the pollution experiment and the information you found about how a duck builds a nest. Write a letter to the local newspaper asking that they check the waters nearby for pollution levels. Include facts to back up your plea. Using what you learned about the mother duck's nest building and brooding the eggs, discuss how the incubator is similar to the mother's attention.