Pignic

Written and illustrated by Matt Phelan

A picnic turns into a muddy adventure with unexpected friends and fun twists.

3.6 Goodreads · 611 ratings

32 pages· ~40L

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Bookroo's summary

On a perfect day, four little pigs and their parents set out for a picnic under a blue sky. With unexpected friends, they climb trees and fly kites, but a sudden rain shower brings a delightful twist. What happens when rain turns their picnic into a muddy adventure? Discover the joy and surprises in this charming tale filled with expressive watercolors and gentle twists, perfect for young readers.

From the publisher

“Superb.”–School Library Journal, starred review”More than a few readers will wish that their own picnics could end in a similarly messy manner, and even more will adore the easygoing exuberance of Phelan’s story.”–Publishers Weekly, starred reviewIt’s a perfect day for a pignic! A blue sky. A shady tree. A bright kite. And a full picnic basket. Four little pigs and their parents head outside to enjoy a beautiful day. With a little help from some new (and unexpected) friends, they climb trees, fly kites, and enjoy a delicious picnic. Even a sudden rain shower can’t ruin their fun. Because rain means . . . MUD! Hooray!The award-winning and New York Times-bestselling Matt Phelan has created a timeless, must-have picture book for the youngest reader. Expressive watercolors; a simple, repetitive text; and gentle, satisfying twists will delight fans of Tad Hills’s Duck &amp; Goose and Anna Dewdney’s Llama Llama books.

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