The Three Little Javelinas

Written by Susan Lowell · Illustrated by Jim Harris

Part of the Javelina series

Three javelinas outsmart a hungry coyote in the desert.

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,796 ratings

32 pages· 983 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· AD580L

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Bookroo's summary

In the rugged Southwest, three javelinas face a cunning coyote eager for a spicy meal. As the first two flee their fragile homes, they seek refuge with their wise sister, whose adobe brick house promises safety. Can these clever javelinas outwit the coyote and survive the desert's challenges? Discover a humorous twist on a classic tale, where cowboy-clad javelinas prove they're more than a match for any predator.

From the publisher

Everyone knows the story of the three little pigs, but now you’re going to meet the three little javelinas (pronounced ha-ve-LEE-nas)-loveable, wild, southwestern cousins of pigs. Living in homes built out of tumbleweeds and saguaro ribs (from the fallen giant cacti), the first two javelinas are soon running from the hungry coyote, who had hoped to eat them with red chile sauce. And where do they go for shelter? Why, to their wise sister’s house, made strong with adobe bricks. This clever and humorous tale is sure to delight children of all ages, especially those familiar with the Southwest. Dressed in cowboy duds and prepared for life in the rugged desert, these characters are more than any coyote bargained for.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 983
Reading age: 3–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD580L

Themes & topics

Books about Arizona Books about animals Books about pigs Books about culture Books about Southwest United States

What readers & critics say

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“This book is fun! It's just a "three pigs and big bad wolf" story, but desert style. The illustrations are fun, but the best part is the amount you can learn about the desert and its wildlife from this story. It is definitely worth reading.”

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