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The three little pigs each build houses inspired by famous architectural styles Frank Gehry, Phillip Johnson, and Frank Lloyd Wright in this retelling of the classic fairy tale. The wolf huffily attempts to blow down each house, but only some of the architecturally designed homes withstand his efforts. The main characters are the three little pigs and the big bad wolf, with the story set in a whimsical world of architectural design.
Quick Summary
This clever retelling swaps the classic straw, stick, and brick homes for houses inspired by real-life architectural masterpieces from Frank Gehry, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Phillip Johnson. Kids will get a kick out of recognizing the wacky, wave-like metal of Gehry's style, the glass-box beauty of Johnson's design, and Wright's organic angles, all while watching the wolf huff and puff his way through architectural history. If your kid loves picture books that hide smart surprises for parents too (think "Dear Zoo" or "Press Here"), they'll adore spotting the architectural Easter eggs woven throughout. Perfect for ages 5 to 8, ideal for kindergarten through second grade.