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A little duck. A big worry. A story about feeling safe, understood and included.

Dolly the duck is invited to a birthday party — but she's afraid to go.


Why?


Dolly has a food allergy, and she's worried that the party might not be a safe place for her.


Through friendship, understanding and a little courage, Dolly discovers that being different doesn't mean she has to miss out.


A gentle rhyming story helping children understand food allergies, empathy and inclusion.

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Every child deserves to feel safe and included.

The Duck Who Couldn't Eat Snails was created to help children and families talk about the everyday challenges of food allergies.


It's a story about:

💛 Understanding

Helping children understand what a food allergy can mean.


🦆 Friendship

Showing how kindness and understanding can help someone feel less alone.


🌱 Inclusion

Helping children with allergies feel that they don't have to miss out.


💬 Conversation

Giving parents, carers and educators an easy way to begin talking about allergies.

What Readers Are Saying

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"This is such a great book to teach children about allergies. I will be recommending to all of my parent friends!!"

— Dani K

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“A wonderful book to raise awareness and understanding of food allergies, including helping children appreciate of some of the challenges faced by someone with an allergy. This important message is delivered in a fun way, with a rhyming story and bright"

— Emilie T

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“This simple message illustrates how allergies impact a child and what they might miss out on. It's not just about missing out; it's about the fear of getting hurt if they aren't careful."

— Rowena

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“This heartwarming book is perfect for helping children understand the challenges of food allergies, whether they affect a sibling, friend, or family member. With its relatable duck character and beautiful illustrations, it promotes empathy, awareness, and inclusion."

— Samedy N

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Written in language that is appropriate for a 4 year old with food allergies

— Carleen B

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It is a sweet story with beautiful illustrations. As a household with multiple allergies and food intollerances this book has helped explain to our 2 year old why he can't have some foods and why his siblings can and vice versa. It is a fantastic book that helps children and adults understand allergies.

— Cassie D

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I wrote the book I couldn't find.

When my daughter experienced anaphylaxis as a baby, our whole family's world changed.


As a mum, I struggled to find a children's book that could help my toddler understand what was happening and why food suddenly became something we had to think about so carefully.


So I wrote one.

Ready to meet Dolly?

A charming rhyming story for little readers, big conversations and growing understanding.

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