"The Ugly Duckling" is a well-known fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen that is loved by readers in our country. This is a story about a duckling that was ugly and awkward. It became an outcast in the poultry yard because it looked different. The ugly duckling in the story was lonely and disliked by all the birds. It wandered the world and later grew into a beautiful swan. The entire poultry yard admired and was fascinated by the graceful swan's flight, not recognizing the poor ugly duckling. The story of the Ugly Duckling elicits empathy in readers for the main character. Both children and adults alike will identify with the plight of the solitary duckling. This story teaches us to be compassionate, not to despair, and to overcome obstacles with dignity, always believing in goodness and a happy future.