The Adventures of Nanny Piggins
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2009 · Est. 6 hour read

The Adventures of Nanny Piggins

By R. A. Spratt, Dan Santat (Illustrator)

Book #1 in the Nanny Piggins series

A pig becomes the unlikely nanny to three children and turns their lives into an exciting adventure filled with humor and heart.

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272 pages· 41,976 words· Est. 6 hour read
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Meet Derrick, Samantha, and Michael, whose lives turn upside down with Nanny Piggins, a chocolate-loving, fashion-forward pig. With her zest for life, she whisks them into a whirlwind of unforgettable escapades. What surprises await as they dive into a year of hilarity and mischief? Discover how a pig can outshine even the most magical nannies in this delightful tale of fun and friendship.

From the publisher

Three children and their hilariously subversive nanny pig embark on zany adventures in this award-winning middle grade debut illustrated by Caldecott winnter Dan Santat. The three Green children are cared for by a nanny pig. Yes, a pig–a fabulously sassy and impeccably dressed pig, as a matter of fact! With her insatiable urge to eat chocolate (and feed chocolate to everyone she loves), her high-flying spirit, and her unending sense of fun, Nanny Piggins takes Derrick, Samantha, and Michael on a year of surprises, yummy treats, and adventures they’ll never forget. It’s no surprise that Booklist proclaimed, “Mary Poppins, move over–or get shoved out of the way.” Nanny Piggins is a refreshing and dynamic addition to favorite classic nannies: Amelia Bedelia, Mrs. Piggle Wiggle, and, of course, Mary Poppins. Read more books in the series: Nanny Piggins and the Wicked Plan and Nanny Piggins and the Runaway Lion.

At a glance
Format
Pages
272
Words
41,976
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
900L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about pigsBooks about siblingsBooks about nanniesBooks about families
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
6.2
F&P level
~V
AR points
7
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
138969
Publication
Published
June 12, 2012
First published
March 2, 2009
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316068185

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