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Pigs: An Engaging Introduction to Pigs Including Wild Boars, Domestic Breeds, Piglets, and More
Wallow in fascinating facts about the smartest of all farm animals-- the pig.
From ancient wild boars to modern breeds, pigs are intriguing-- and often misunderstood. They may roll in mud when it's very hot out, but prefer to be clean and tidy. And most pigs don't "eat like pigs."
With clear, simple text and bright, well-labeled watercolors, Gail Gibbons explores the truth about pigs. Digging up truffles, competing in county fairs, grunting and squealing to communicate-- these flat-snouted farm animals are complex and surprisingly talented.
Important vocabulary, information about domestic and wild breeds, and a page of fun pig facts are included. Ideal for young readers or classroom use, Pigs has everything you need to know-- from snout to curly tail.
From ancient wild boars to modern breeds, pigs are intriguing-- and often misunderstood. They may roll in mud when it's very hot out, but prefer to be clean and tidy. And most pigs don't "eat like pigs."
With clear, simple text and bright, well-labeled watercolors, Gail Gibbons explores the truth about pigs. Digging up truffles, competing in county fairs, grunting and squealing to communicate-- these flat-snouted farm animals are complex and surprisingly talented.
Important vocabulary, information about domestic and wild breeds, and a page of fun pig facts are included. Ideal for young readers or classroom use, Pigs has everything you need to know-- from snout to curly tail.
32 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 1999
About the author
Gail Gibbons
182 books169 followersFrom gailgibbons.com: I was born in Oak Park, Illinois, in 1944. Even as a little child, I was always busy putting books together. Sometimes I would bind them with yarn to hold the pages together. I've always loved drawing and painting. I was also a very curious child. My parents tell me that I was always asking lots and lots of questions.
Later, I went on to the University of Illinois, where I studied graphic design. Then I moved to New York City, where I got a job doing artwork for television shows. Eventually I was asked to do the artwork for a children's show. While doing that show, some of the children asked me if I had ever thought of doing children's books. My mind immediately recalled how much I enjoyed doing that type of thing when I was a child. So I put an idea for a book together and right away a publisher bought it. That book was called Willy and His Wheel Wagon. Since then, over 170 books that I have written and illustrated have been published. The type of books I write are non-fiction books. This is because I love researching so much. I get to ask lots of questions, just like when I was a kid. I also get to travel and meet lots of interesting people. While doing research for my book Nature's Green Umbrella: Tropical Rain Forests, I traveled to two islands where there are tropical rain forests, Saba and Dominica. I also had a great time writing and illustrating the book. I get a lot of pleasure from doing the type of work I do.
Later, I went on to the University of Illinois, where I studied graphic design. Then I moved to New York City, where I got a job doing artwork for television shows. Eventually I was asked to do the artwork for a children's show. While doing that show, some of the children asked me if I had ever thought of doing children's books. My mind immediately recalled how much I enjoyed doing that type of thing when I was a child. So I put an idea for a book together and right away a publisher bought it. That book was called Willy and His Wheel Wagon. Since then, over 170 books that I have written and illustrated have been published. The type of books I write are non-fiction books. This is because I love researching so much. I get to ask lots of questions, just like when I was a kid. I also get to travel and meet lots of interesting people. While doing research for my book Nature's Green Umbrella: Tropical Rain Forests, I traveled to two islands where there are tropical rain forests, Saba and Dominica. I also had a great time writing and illustrating the book. I get a lot of pleasure from doing the type of work I do.
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November 18, 2019
Pigs by Gail Gibbons gives readers an inside look to one of the smartest farm animals out there. Learn about basic characteristics, common breeds, the life cycle, uses of pigs, and their intelligence. Gibbons always writes such incredible nonfiction books! They are kid friendly and teaches them all the information they need to know about a topic.
Great book to use during any animal or farm unit in the classroom. When we learn about the farm at the end of the year I use this text to teach students about pigs. I also use Gibbons other texts on other farm animals in this unit.
Great book to use during any animal or farm unit in the classroom. When we learn about the farm at the end of the year I use this text to teach students about pigs. I also use Gibbons other texts on other farm animals in this unit.
November 18, 2016
This book was honestly more informative about pigs than I ever thought it would be. There are many different types of pigs than I thought, as well as names for even a pig who hasn't had piglets yet, and a different name for one who has! The illustrations were very detailed and specific when it came to all the different pigs and the various parts of a pig.
In the back of the book, you can read to your students the history of pigs, which is very cool, too, because who thinks about pigs first being used by people in Egypt?! I certainly liked this adorable pig book and would love to use it when teaching about farm animals and the likes.
In the back of the book, you can read to your students the history of pigs, which is very cool, too, because who thinks about pigs first being used by people in Egypt?! I certainly liked this adorable pig book and would love to use it when teaching about farm animals and the likes.
November 28, 2011
This books is a nonfiction book all about pigs. It tells all about pigs in a way so that young readers can understand. Tells of the different types of pigs and and what they can be used for. The Age range of this book is primary because the book has lots of pictures of pigs and information on pigs. The artistic elements of this book are good there are a lot of pictures of pigs that are drawn for children to look at. This book should be read by children who are interested in pigs and what happens to them.
October 15, 2016
This was a cute book filled with a lot of valuable information. This is a good book to read if you want to know more about pigs and farm animals. I was most drawn to all the information the author included and how well the illustrations paired with the text. The illustrations in the book as very colorful and detailed. I would recommend this to others because it would be a good book to use for a lesson plan on farm animals. It would also be great for anyone that likes animals and wants to know more about them.
March 11, 2013
Pigs
Grades: K - 5
Grades: K - 5
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September 30, 2013This book outlines the characteristics, habits, and uses of pigs.
September 24, 2014
Can't I teach the kiddos about pigs without being reminded that people often just see them as food and clothing and "usefulness"?
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