Books like Odd duck by Cecil Castellucci

Raina Telgemeier’s graphic novel follows middle‑school theater enthusiast Callie as she designs a blue‑grass‑tired set for a school play, grappling with teamwork, budgets, and the drama of friendship and family.

Roller Girl follows Astrid, a ninth‑grade girl in Portland, as she discovers roller derby and learns about friendship, confidence, and perseverance through the sport.

A mischievous fish tries to hide a stolen hat, sparking a playful moral lesson about honesty for young readers.

A heartfelt graphic novel set on a New York‑state beach, following two teenage girls as they confront family turmoil, friendship, and secrets during a summer that threatens to change their lives forever.

A charming picture book that follows a curious young worm as he explores the ups and downs of life in the earth, learning everyday lessons about curiosity, friendship, and the surprising wonders of the world below.

Mary Anne watches the friendships of her Babysitters Club friends fray apart—after a huge fight she is left alone, must forge new friends, and face her overprotective father while handling a babysitting crisis. She rises to reunite the group.

Liam transforms a dying city garden into a blossoming, green oasis, inspiring readers to imagine and create a greener world in every urban space.

Phoebe and Her Unicorn follows the endearing, whimsical friendship between an awkward nine‑year‑old girl and her new unicorn companion, Marigold Heavenly Nostrils, as they discover that true friendship shines brightest when loneliness is shared.

A misfit girl and her brother face plumbing disasters, snobby tentmates, and boys‑versus‑girls competitions at a summer camp, learning about friendship, sibling bonds, and social acceptance.

Amelia embarks on a journey to find her Aunt Tanner, her former cheerleader teammates, and the boy she once thought of as a friend, all while dodging ex-boyfriend's tell-all book and navigating the complex dynamics of their family's past and present. A lighthearted and humorous adventure story for young readers, perfect for fans of 'The Fault in Our Stars' and 'Wonder'.

A possum and a muskrat become friends despite their differences.

Duck is trying to hatch the oddest egg of all.

Ages 8-14

This is a illustrated "Disney Read-Along" book, and audio tape set, based on the Disney cartoon Darkwing Duck. It features the voice actors from the series, as well as narration. The story focuses on a villianess named Frequencia, as she uses sound to steal. Darkwing Dark, Launchpad and Gosalyn are featured in the story. The book came sealed in a plastic blister package, with the cassette tape, and centeral information sheet. The book came with a perferated sheet of four "Trading Cards", attached between the books last page, and the back cover. The cards featured information about the characters, along with a autograph of that fictional character. The cards are of ; Darkwing Duck, Gosalyn, Honker Muddlefoot, and Steelbeak. These last two not appearing in the book. The cassette tape featured the same contents on both sides, first there was a 10 minute, and 41 second audio adventure. After the story, the show's "Darkwing Duck Theme" song written by Steve Nelson and Thomas Sharp, it was song by Jeffery Pescetto. This version does not include the sound effects. Four books were released in this series with trading cards. * Chip N' Dale Rescue Rangers: Rootin'-Tootin' Rangers * TaleSpin: The Seeds of Victory * Darkwing Duck: High Wave Robbery * TaleSpin: Drumming Up Business ** Other audio books in this series, all with the theme songs included on the tapes: * Chip N' Dale Rescue Rangers: Case of the Missing Egg * Chip N' Dale Rescue Rangers: The Case of the Flying Carpet * DuckTales: Scrooge's Treasure Hunt * DuckTales: Launchpad's Daring Raid * DuckTales: Welcome to Duckburg * DuckTales: Dinosaur Ducks

Two best friends, Bear and Duck, spend a day of fun and mischief, each hoping to win the other's affection and prove their own individuality.

A friendly duck follows a boy’s missing daily visit through the farm, encounters the other animals, and finds the boy sick at home.