Grunt
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002

Grunt

Written by John Richardson

A little pig discovers self-worth in a dark forest.

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32 pages
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Wee-skin-and-bones, unlike other pigs, feels out of place and runs away into a dark forest. There, an unexpected friend helps him realize that true value lies within, not in appearances. As he navigates this new world, he learns about the unconditional love of family and the beauty of being different. Will Wee-skin-and-bones find his way back home with newfound confidence? This heartwarming tale invites young readers to celebrate their uniqueness and embrace who they truly are.

From the publisher

Wee-skin-and-bones isn’t like the other little pigs, who tease him for being different. So he runs away from home, into the middle of a great dark forest. There, with some help from an unexpected friend, Wee-skin-and-bones learns that it doesn’t really matter if your tail isn’t curly and whirly and your ears aren’t flippy-flappy–it’s how you feel on the inside that counts.With playful, exuberant text and endearing illustrations, John Richardson has created a reassuring story for young children about the unconditional love of family and the importance of celebrating one’s differences.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about pigsBooks about siblingsBooks about familyBooks about individuality
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Book details

Publication
Published
March 15, 2002
First published
March 7, 2002
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780618159741

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