Duncan the Donut Wants a Job

HydraGTAugust 24, 2025

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Duncan the Doughnut Wants a Job

Duncan’s bike is broken, so he sets out to “get a job” and earn a new one. From firefighter to policeman, musician and even a space explorer, this short bedtime story for kids celebrates imagination, family support and the value of helping at home. Read and listen for free at Storyberries.

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Working Hard

Why do you think Duncan wanted a job to fix his bike?
How does doing small jobs at home help you learn responsibility?
Can you remember a time you worked hard on something and felt proud afterward?

Family

How did Duncan’s family help him when he felt unsure about finding work?
What jobs do you do at home to help your family?
Why is it important for families to support each other?

Feelings

How did Duncan feel when he couldn’t become a firefighter or policeman?
What feelings do you get when you try something and it doesn’t work?
How can talking to family help when you’re feeling disappointed?

Discovery

Duncan imagined many jobs. Which would you like to try, and why?
How can imagination help you solve problems in real life?
Can you invent a new, funny “doughnut job” for Duncan?

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FAQs about ‘Duncan the Doughnut Wants a Job’

What is ‘Duncan the Doughnut Wants a Job’ about?

It’s the story of Duncan, a doughnut who wants a new bike. To earn it, he explores different jobs—from firefighter to astronaut—before learning that helping his family with small chores is just as valuable.

What themes does the story explore?

The story explores imagination, hard work, problem‑solving and family support. Duncan learns that jobs aren’t always about money, but about helping and responsibility. Discover more in our working hard collection.

What happens when Duncan tries to be a firefighter?

His dad explains that icing would melt near a fire, so being a firefighter isn’t safe for a doughnut. It’s a gentle, funny way to think about which jobs suit which people.

What lesson does Duncan learn by the end?

Duncan discovers that small jobs like sweeping, laundry and tidying are important. By working hard at home, he earns the trust of his parents—and a brand‑new bike. Try more stories about family teamwork in kids’ books about family.

How can parents use this story at bedtime?

Use Duncan’s adventures to talk about chores, responsibility and gratitude before sleep. Pair it with other gentle sleep and bedtime stories to build a calming routine.

How can teachers use this story in class?

Use it to launch discussions about jobs, responsibilities and teamwork. Extend learning with writing or role‑play activities. See also our learn‑to‑read collection.

Who are the main characters?

The main character is Duncan the Doughnut, supported by his mum, dad and sister. Each family member helps him understand what really matters. Explore more family‑themed tags.

What activities can children do after reading?

Kids can draw their own “job doughnut”, list the chores they can help with, or imagine a new adventure for Duncan. Encourage creativity with titles from our creativity category.

What age group is this story best for?

Perfect for early readers aged 4–6. Browse more books for this age in Age 4–6 bedtime stories.

What similar stories might we enjoy?

If you loved Duncan, try more funny kids’ books and stories about working hard.

Credits

This story was brought to life by these awesome real humans.

Written by: David A. Miller
Illustrated by: Clara Dee
Music in video by “Radio Martini,” “Hot Pursuit,” “Maccary Bay,” “Chee Zee Lab,” “Casa Bossa Nova,” “Harlequin,” “Sing Along with Jim,” “Happy Boy Theme” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). The music is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.

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