Make Way: The Story of Robert McCloskey, Nancy Schön, and Some Very Famous Ducklings

This picture-book biography links the lives and work of Robert McCloskey and sculptor Nancy Schön. McCloskey grew up in Ohio, studied art in Boston, observed ducks in the Public Garden, and created Make Way for Ducklings. Schön, who grew up near Boston and read about sculptors at the library, later made bronze duck sculptures in the Public Garden based on his story. Their connection includes her efforts to gain McCloskey’s approval for the sculptures.