Little Pig's Tale - Softcover
A picture book about one little pig's efforts to find his mother. Age group 3 plus.
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From Publishers Weekly:
Little Pig is in a dither. His mother's birthday is coming up, and he doesn't know what to get for her. The obvious choices--a spaceship, an orchard, glittering jewels--prove too difficult to procure. A series of disasters befall the more mundane possibilities, such as homemade muffins (they get burnt) and an original painting ("an ugly splotch" spoils it). Finally, in the nick of time, Little Pig has a brainstorm,stet comma and giftwraps himself. His delighted mother responds, "There's nothing in the world I'd rather have." Gray has deftly plucked one of the more common episodes from the annals of family life and, with uncommon skill, gently shown that often the things that are most valuable are not tangible. Rees's fey, sprightly watercolors perfectly complement the ebullient tone. Ages 3-7.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From School Library Journal:
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
PreSchool-Grade 3-- His mother's birthday is approaching, but Little Pig can't seem to come up with the perfect gift. He tries several ideas, some fantastic and some simple, but none work until he thinks of the exact gift she wants. A charming story, much like Marjorie Flack's Ask Mr. Bear (Macmillan, 1932), but with an all-pig cast, this exhibits a strong understanding of the interests of youngsters. Little Pig is a resourceful hero whose childlike reasoning and methods will strongly appeal to those reading or listening to the story. Rees's illustrations are in an exaggerated comical style, in scratchy ink coupled with a watercolor wash. The large format makes this a good choice for story times. --Kay McPherson, Central Atlanta-Fulton Public Library
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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- PublisherWalker Books Ltd
- Publication date1992
- ISBN 10 0744523176
- ISBN 13 9780744523171
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages32
- IllustratorMary Rees
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Book Description Condition: Very Good. Mary Rees (illustrator). This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780744523171
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Book Description Condition: Very Good. Mary Rees (illustrator). Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780744523171
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Book Description Condition: Good. Mary Rees (illustrator). PB reprint. See my pic. 26 x 21.4 x 0.5cm. Unpaginated. Super f/c illusts throughout. Large text. Poor little Pig! His mum's birthday is coming up and he wants to give her a special present, like a spaceship or a wonderful orchard. He knows he won't be able to do that, but there is one special, simple gift he is sure she'll love. Condition: Cover corners curling slightly. Internally clean, little wear, binding firm, VG colour. Good condition. Seller Inventory # 003891
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