Oink?
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2006 · Est. 8 min read-aloud

Oink?

Written by Margie Palatini · Illustrated by Henry Cole

Two pigs defy farm expectations, proving laziness might be wisdom.

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40 pages· 943 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· AD460L
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Bookroo's summary

On a bustling farm, Thomas and Joseph, two seemingly lazy pigs, face pressure from other animals to change their ways. The hens demand a painted pen, the rabbit insists on a healthier diet, and the duck wants a water hole. Despite their efforts, the pigs' attempts always fall short. But as the farm buzzes with activity, could their laid-back approach hold a hidden wisdom? Discover how these pigs challenge perceptions and redefine what it means to be smart in a world that values hustle.

From the publisher

Everyone on the farm thinks Thomas and Joseph are sloppy, dim-witted pigs. Thomas and Joseph are content, but the other animals are not. The hens want the pigs to paint their pen, the rabbit wants them to eat healthier food, and the duck wants them to dig a water hole andtake a bath. Even though the other animals try to show them how it’s done, the pigs can’t seem to do anything right.Maybe being lazy isn’t as dumb as it seems.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
943
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD460L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
105578
Publication
Published
April 1, 2006
First published
March 21, 2006
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689862588

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