Duck the Halls

A Rhyming Christmas Story

Illustrated by Teresa Martínez
It's a snug and snowy holiday mission as Duck, Duck, and Goose rally the neighborhood to brighten Christmas and help a friend. This rhyming, rollicking follow-up to Duck Duck Taco Truck brims with festive fun, teamwork, and cozy cocoa vibes.

"Duck. Duck. Pickup truck. Sliding through the snow and muck."

When three feathery friends set out to decorate for the holidays, they’re ready to deck the halls in style. But when they learn Chicken has a cold and can't celebrate, the birds pitch in to create a surprise Christmas extravaganza — complete with lights, cookies, carols, and the perfect tree.

From snowy streets to tinsel-tangled triumph, Duck the Halls delivers all the warmth, giggles, and togetherness of the season. With bouncy, tongue-twister-y rhymes, playful art, and a heartwarming message about community spirit, this book is a holiday treat for the whole family — perfect for reading aloud by the twinkling lights.
Laura Lavoie is the author of Duck Duck Taco Truck, Vampire Vacation, and Monster Baker. She loves cooking big meals for her family, which is probably why she keeps writing books about food. Laura lives in upstate New York with her husband and daughters. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram at @llavoieauthor, or by visiting lauralavoieauthor.com. View titles by Laura Lavoie
Teresa Martínez is a children's book illustrator living in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. She has illustrated numerous children's books, including Duck, Duck, Taco Truck, Sing with Me: The Story of Selena Quintanilla, Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma, and The Halloween Tree. See her work on Instagram at @teresamtzjun. View titles by Teresa Martínez

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It's a snug and snowy holiday mission as Duck, Duck, and Goose rally the neighborhood to brighten Christmas and help a friend. This rhyming, rollicking follow-up to Duck Duck Taco Truck brims with festive fun, teamwork, and cozy cocoa vibes.

"Duck. Duck. Pickup truck. Sliding through the snow and muck."

When three feathery friends set out to decorate for the holidays, they’re ready to deck the halls in style. But when they learn Chicken has a cold and can't celebrate, the birds pitch in to create a surprise Christmas extravaganza — complete with lights, cookies, carols, and the perfect tree.

From snowy streets to tinsel-tangled triumph, Duck the Halls delivers all the warmth, giggles, and togetherness of the season. With bouncy, tongue-twister-y rhymes, playful art, and a heartwarming message about community spirit, this book is a holiday treat for the whole family — perfect for reading aloud by the twinkling lights.

Author

Laura Lavoie is the author of Duck Duck Taco Truck, Vampire Vacation, and Monster Baker. She loves cooking big meals for her family, which is probably why she keeps writing books about food. Laura lives in upstate New York with her husband and daughters. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram at @llavoieauthor, or by visiting lauralavoieauthor.com. View titles by Laura Lavoie
Teresa Martínez is a children's book illustrator living in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. She has illustrated numerous children's books, including Duck, Duck, Taco Truck, Sing with Me: The Story of Selena Quintanilla, Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma, and The Halloween Tree. See her work on Instagram at @teresamtzjun. View titles by Teresa Martínez

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