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ALA Notable -- A greedy Japanese lord captures a beautiful mandarin duck to show off its vibrant plumage. The lord's kitchen maid sets it free. In his anger the lord orders the execution of the maid and a servant. The grateful duck aids them in their escape. Narrated by B.D. Wong. Based on the book by Katherine Paterson Study guide available at http://teacher.scholastic.com/products/westonwoods/catalog/product.asp?cid=376&fid=3 Tale of the Mandarin Ducks is also available as a bonus story on the DVD "Strega Nona...and More Caldecott Award-Winning Folk Tales " by Scholastic.