Description: When a lost duckling waddles onto their jobsite, Digger and his friends learn how to do more than just scoop, hoist, and push--they learn to become a family.
Brief description:
Joseph Kuefler is the author-illustrator of the Digger series, Beyond the Pond, Rulers of the Playground, Pillow Places, and Bigger Than a Bumblebee and the illustrator of Night Is for Darkness by Jonathan Stutzman. He lives in Minnesota with his wife and children. You can visit him online at josephkuefler.com.
Review Quotes:
THE DIGGER AND THE FLOWER: "Kuefler imbues the text with the heart and soul of the best storytime fare... One couldn't hope for a better tale of rebirth and regeneration" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Kuefler's simply written and beautifully illustrated tale has a powerful message about the importance of the environment...A wonderful, inspiring tale, perfect for read-alouds." - School Library Journal (starred review)
"The image of the clunky piece of construction equipment tenderly caring for the fragile plant gives the story charm, and so do its strong, simple images." - Publishers Weekly
"Kuefler is back with another sweet message, this one featuring a lost duckling who finds her way into the construction site--and the hearts of the busy trucks. Recommended, and not just for truck enthusiasts." - School Library Journal