Clever Little Duckling

In the heartwarming tale of Clever Little Duckling, journey to a charming tiny little farm nestled beside the enchanting Whitehorn Forest, where Colly the Duckling and his loving family reside. Among his siblings, Watty and Irenie, Colly stands out with his unique trait—he wears dark sunglasses, for he is blind. Convinced that his blindness limits him, Colly believes he lacks any special gift or talent. However, destiny takes a surprising turn when the ducklings venture into the depths of the forest. It is within this mystical realm that Colly uncovers a hidden gift that will forever change his perception of himself and his place in the world. Join Colly on his awe-inspiring journey as he discovers the extraordinary gift that lies within, shattering the barriers imposed by his blindness.

Colin Millar MBE MEd BSc (Hons) PGCE PQH(NI)

Colin Millar was born and lives in Northern Ireland. He has been in education for thirty-two years. During this period he has been a teacher, education authority adviser, vice principal, principal and associate assessor with the Education Inspectorate. He became a widower in 2017 and took early retirement in 2019. He is the father of two sons Conor and Ryan. During the COVID-19 lockdown, he decided to write the leprechaun fairy tale which he told to his pupils.