Alexander the duck always seems to straggle behind wherever he goes. One fine day Alexander and his family go for a walk, but despite Alexander’s mother warning him to “stay close, take care” Alexander falls down a deep dark hole. Lucky for him a kind group of people try and find ways to rescue him.

Alexander’s Outing offers the reader

Language development through simple words and repeated phrases, helping children learn new vocabulary. It has clear and expressive illustrations, which matches the text, and this helps children understand the meaning of the word.

It can help develop problem solving skills as the reader observes how people work together to help Alexander. It encourages communication on different ways Alexander could be saved.

It builds on their social and emotional wellness. One of the themes in this book is about kindness, empathy, helping others and teamwork.

An added bonus to this story is that it is set in the city of Sydney, making the book more relatable and providing opportunities to explore the city with the book in your hand making connections to the story.

Thursday 4 December 2025 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM