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Description
A pig who lives on a farm becomes unhappy with life in the barn. He dislikes sleeping on straw and eating unpopped corn. A farmer finds a new home for the pig where he can live in the parlor instead.
Quick Summary
A pig who's tired of the muddy barn decides to negotiate a move to the cozy parlor, and his reason for wanting to leave will make kids laugh out loud. The unexpected twist at the end and the silly dialogue between the pig and the farmer make this a page-turner for early readers. If your kid likes "The True Story of The Three Billy Goats Gruff Little Pigs" by Jon Scieszka, they'll enjoy this humorous take on an animal who thinks the grass is greener elsewhere. This book is perfect for kindergarten through third graders reading at an early second-grade level.