Pig Tale

Written and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury

Two pigs find treasure, buy luxury, but discover happiness in simple pleasures.

3.8 Goodreads · 64 ratings

32 pages· 885 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud· ~670L

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Bookroo's summary

Bertha and Briggs, two adventurous pigs, stumble upon a treasure chest and dive into a life of luxury. But as their gadgets malfunction and chaos ensues, they realize wealth isn't everything. Will they find joy in simplicity and return to their carefree country life? Discover how two pigs learn that true happiness might just be a muddy romp away.

From the publisher

A warm sty to lie in and cool mud for a wallow are not enough to satisfy two bored pigs named Bertha and Briggs. Their minds are bent on money and riches. So when they find a treasure chest, they head straight for town. They buy dresses and suits, an expensive new car, and a house filled with gadgets. Now they’ll live the good life.But the gadgets cause a lot of trouble. The car breaks down; the washer overflows; the TV goes on the blink. Bertha and Briggs are working so hard, they have no time to play! Soon their new clothes are thrown to the wind, and two happy pigs head back to the country for a carefree roll in the mud.Helen Oxenbury gleefully illustrates Bertha and Briggs bumbling their way through a life of luxury. And kids will agree that romping and playing beat mowing the lawn any day!

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