Marco Pollo, World-Traveling Chicken

In a world completely fenced in, one young chicken dares to break away from tradition and out of the farmyard to explore the world he knows is just on the other side. Marco's heart aches to spread his wings and go where no chicken has gone before -and one day Marco gets his chance! But he discovers quickly that he's not ready for the big, bustling world outside the safe nest he's known his whole life. Luckily, his uncle is there to save him and prepare him to fulfill his destiny of becoming Marco Pollo, World-Traveling Chicken!

"As a self-proclaimed rebel, I love Marco Pollo's adventurous spirit! Marco Pollo is a wonderful book that will share with children the riches of world exploration, family, and realizing when you need support. Marco's curious nature speaks to the inner child in all of us, reminding us to take risks, dream big, and chase after new experiences!"

- Hannah Setzer, author of Hannah Surprises Everyone (Including Herself!)

"Marco Pollo and his adventures should entertain and amuse children for many years to come. And the art is as spectacular as the story. I look forward to many follow-up adventures."

- Tom Kelsch, former publisher and editor at Stars and Stripes

"Marco Pollo is more than the chicken-chirping-coop-capade that unfolds on the first page of this charming adventure of a young, yellow, and cuddly chick. Coaxed into action by a celestial call of adventure, Marco steals away on a boat skimming the blue of the Adriatic Sea in search of his dream. Under the protective wing of his trusted Uncle Zio, the wisest rooster in the yard, our young hero encounters the joy of pecking to one's own beat. Brighter than the sights unfolding beyond the bow of the ship sailing toward a future where the sea meets the sky, Marco's instinctual discoveries set him free.

"Written in clever, captivating prose punctuated with lush, colorful, and comical illustrations, Marco Pollo is a tale to treasure."

- Jer Long, author of the historical fiction novel, Pollyanna Gay

"This adorable story is about an adventurous young chicken, appropriately named Marco Pollo! From day one of his life, this brave little chicken lives for adventure. Luckily, he has a kind and understanding uncle to look out for him each time he tries to escape the safety of the yard, where he lives with his aunt and uncle, and his fellow chicks. In the end, it looks like little Marco will finally go on a journey to far away lands, just like he has dreamed. This is a wonderful story for the young adventurer!"

- Christel Dyer, author of Lemon and Cedar

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