Poptop the Duck

By Charla Kolander Meleski

As a student at the University of New Mexico, author Charla Kolander Meleski enjoys her daily walk around the campus duck pond. But one day she notices a female mallard that appears to be in distress while swallowing food. Upon closer examination, Meleski notices a glinting piece of metal that is binding the duck's tongue to its lower beak. After several days of observation, she finally determines what it is-a pop-top. Aware that the duck's injury will prove fatal if left untreated, Meleski and her husband, Richard, organize a rescue mission. Recounting the story from the duck's perspective, "PopTop the Duck" takes children on an eco-friendly adventure that demonstrates the consequences of littering and the benefits of caring for the environment. Adding an extra layer of education, the book's epilogue helps parents and teachers answer questions children might have about the story. Illustrated throughout with beautiful photographs by Richard P. Meleski and David Lerwill, kids will enjoy viewing the world through a duck's eyes and getting to see the real-life PopTop-not to mention her surprise ending

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1502515318
• ISBN13: 9781502515315
• Release Date: May 2015
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.2" x 6.0"