Pigs (Classic Munsch) [Paperback]

Robert N. Munsch (Author), Michael Martchenko (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 1992 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Classic Munsch

Megan is told to feed the pigs, but not to open the gate. She does of course, and the results are hilarious as the pigs help themselves to coffee and the newspaper at the breakfast table, follow Megan to school, and ride home by way of the school bus. Full-color illustrations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Funny, lighthearted and action-packed. (Ottawa Citizen )

Michael Martchenko's renderings of the rampaging pigs add additional energy to the joyous frenzy of the proceedings. (Hamilton Spectator )

About the Author

Robert Munsch was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He studied to be a Jesuit priest, but decided to work with children instead. He taught in a variety of nursery schools and daycare centers while he earned an M.A. in Early Childhood Education. In 1975, Munsch and his wife, Ann, moved to Guelph, Ontario. The Munschs have three children: Julie, Andrew and Tyya (see them all in Something Good!).

Michael Martchenko has illustrated over 30 books for children and has exhibited his work throughout North America. He has won numerous awards for design and illustration. He lives with his wife, Patricia, in Toronto.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Annick Press (February 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1550370383
• ISBN-13: 978-1550370386
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #66,655 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #92 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Pigs

More About the Author

Robert Munsch is the author of more than 25 books for children including The Paper Bag Princes and Stephanie's Ponytail. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and studied to be a Jesuit priest before deciding to work with children instead. He taught in a variety of nursery schools and daycare centers while he earned an MA in Early Childhood Education. In 1975, Munsch and his wife, Ann, moved to Guelph, Ontario. The Munschs have three children: Julie, Andrew, and Tyya (see them all in Something Good!).

Customer Reviews

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not his best, July 7, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Pigs (Classic Munsch) (Paperback)

My 3 1/2 year old daughter is a huge Munch fan and likes this one well enough, but it's my least favourite. She tends to memorize books and quote them constantly, and I'm not thrilled with the "hey, you dumb...." mantra. This is kind of minor, but how was it that the pigs showed up at school after Megan locked them back in at home? If you're wanting to add to your Munch collection, he's written better. Alligator Baby and Thomas's Snowsuit are fun without the insults and a little more logically consistent.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars funny, irreverent story, January 4, 2006

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M. F. Lucas (Portland, OR) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pigs (Classic Munsch) (Paperback)

Yes, everyone does dumb things. It seems that underestimating pigs is a dumb thing to do. Megan, unfortunately, has to learn the hard way.
As someone who did work with pigs as a kid, when I read this I thought it was great. It's not terribly educational, or inspiring, or anything like that. But gosh, it's entertaining. The pictures of the pigs are really funny, of course. I recommend _Pigs_ for the same kids who liked _Eloise_.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars We Love THis Book, April 24, 2002

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"musical_theatre_major" (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pigs (Classic Munsch) (Paperback)

I read this book yesterday to my 3-year-old pre-k class today during our afternoon circle time. This story had their attention from beginning to end. I have to add Robert Munsch to our list of favorite authors. Pigs kept my class of 24, that is not a typo,twenty-four 3-year-olds entertained 2 times in a row! The want to hear it again tomorrow for our morning circle time.

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