The classic tale of the Three Little Pigs as told in Pittsburghese. Including a Pittsburghese to English dictionary. Pittsburghese is the unique dialect spoken in Pittsburgh, PA.
An easy format retelling of the classic fairy tale, Three Little Pigs and how they work together. Newly re-illustrated with a fresh and modern look, these Beginning-to-Read books in the 21st Century Edition foster independent reading and comprehension. Using high frequency words and repetition, readers gain confidence while enjoying classic fairy tales and folklore stories. Educator resources include reading reinforcement activities and a word list in the back. Activities focus on foundational, language and reading skills. Sections include phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Teachers' notes available on website.
"Open up, Pork Chop! Or I'll huff and I'll puff and I'll flatten this dump!" Three little pigs are happily working away in their delicious family business -- making the best-tasting waffles in the world. Business is so good, in fact, that the three siblings can live comfortably in their very own homes -- Percy in his straw bungalow, Pete in his log cabin, and Prudence in her brick cottage. Then Tempesto, the meanest wolf on the block, shows up and wants more than waffles for breakfast -- he wants the three little pigs! Here is a zany retelling of a classic folktale from master storyteller Steven Kellogg.
Repetitive text and adorable illustrations help tell the classic tale of "The Three Little Pigs." When three little pigs leave home to build houses of their own, their mother warns them of a wicked wolf. The pigs learn a valuable lesson as the hungry wolf is determined to eat the pigs for supper. Find out which pig builds the strongest house and how they outsmart the wicked wolf. A new, positive twist to the ending of this fairy tale will make it a family favorite and encourage a lifelong love for reading.
This is the popular story of three little pigs who set out to seek their fortunes in the wide, wide world. Each pig in turn builds a house of straw, sticks and bricks, only to be visited by a hungry wolf determined to eat them up!