The Three Little Pigs

by Paul Galdone, Joanna C. Galdone

Overview

All three pigs set out to seek their fortune, but two of them come to a sorry end. "All in all, a very appealing edition of a beloved story." -- School Library Journal

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780547370200
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	03/21/2011
Pages:	48
Sales rank:	418,047
Product dimensions:	4.90(w) x 5.60(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	550L (what's this?)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1907 and emigrated to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design, Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing house. There he was introduced to the process of bookmaking, an activity that was soon to become his lifelong career. Before his death in 1986, Mr. Galdone illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he himself wrote or retold. He is fondly remembered for his contemporary style, bright earthy humor, and action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for generations to come.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"All in all, a very appealing edition of a beloved story." School Library Journal

Editorial Reviews

From Walt Disney to David Wiesner, this porcine trio inspires many retellings, but this picture book is faithful without being too gory for young readers. A tearful older mother waves goodbye to her three pigs as they set out to make their way in the world. The first pig meets a man with straw and the pig builds his house with the straw. Unfortunately the wolf that arrives is not friendly and this little pig gets eaten by the wolf. The second pig meets the same fate as the wolf's yellow eyes almost glow with triumph. The third pig is more fortunate because he has a stronger house and has outwitted the wolf. While the story does not spare anything, it does not go into great detail; young readers can still enjoy the theme of readiness, hard work and the third pig's triumph. The pen and ink illustrations show lots of details in the houses and the wolf which add to the story. The book's size makes it good choice to read aloud and easily show the pictures. Beginning readers can easily follow the words without being overwhelmed; all can be satisfied with a faithful rendering of this classic story. Reviewer: Elizabeth Fronk

Children's Literature - Elizabeth Fronk

PreS-Gr 3-The classic folktale.

School Library Journal

"All in all, a very appealing edition of a beloved story." School Library Journal

From the Publisher