It's a Big World, Little Pig!

Name: It's a Big World, Little Pig!
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781728252605
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Kristi Yamaguchi

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Summary

It's a Big World, Little Pig! is a delightful children's book that follows Poppy the pig on an exciting ice-skating adventure at the World Games in Paris. As Poppy meets fellow athletes from around the globe, she learns about different cultures and the power of friendship and courage. The story encourages children to embrace new experiences, showing that with determination and an open heart, the world can be an exciting place.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're looking for an inspiring story about a little pig embarking on a world adventure. It celebrates themes of perseverance, friendship, and the joy of meeting new cultures, perfect for young readers with curious minds and adventurous spirits.

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Competing in the World Games ice skating championship in Paris, Poppy the pig is nervous about meeting the other animal athletes from around the world, until she learns that everyone smiles in the same language.

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The fun and inspiring New York Times bestseller from Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi. Now in paperback!

A New York Times Bestseller!

Poppy, the adorable, persistent, dreaming-big pig, has a new adventure in store for her: the World Games ice-skating championship in Paris!

Poppy is nervous about meeting so many new people in a new place. But, ever courageous and supported by her family (Emma, too!), Poppy embarks upon this exciting adventure head-on. She meets a snowboarding Panda, a Maltese who skis, and two fellow skaters, a Crane and a Kangaroo. Poppy begins to realise that although these animals look different, act different, and are from different places, they are all the same at heart. They all smile in the same language!

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

It's a Big World, Little Pig! by Kristi Yamaguchi receives praise for its charming illustrations and encouraging message, promoting perseverance and embracing new experiences. Reviewers appreciate how it highlights the excitement and challenges of exploring unfamiliar places, making it an engaging read for children. Overall, the story is seen as inspiring and delightful, offering young readers a positive message about courage and friendship.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728252605

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 February 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky

Contributors:

Illustrated by Tim Bowers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 269.0mm

Weight: 195g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kristi Yamaguchi Penguin Books

About the Author

Following her figure skating victories at the 1992 Winter Olympics and World Championships, KRISTI YAMAGUCHI skated professionally for more than a decade. In 2008 she was a winner of ABC's Dancing with the Stars. Kristi is the author of two New York Times bestselling picture books- Dream Big, Little Pig! and It's a Big World Little Pig!. She lives in the San Francisco bay area. You can visit Kristi's Always Dream foundation which is devoted to childhood literacy at alwaydream.org. TIM BOWERS has illustrated more than 25 children's books and garnered many awards including the Chicago Public Library's "Best of the Best" list. His artwork has been included in the Society of Illustrators Annual Art Exhibition and the S.I. Humor Exhibition, as well as featured in children's magazines and used on a wide variety of products. Tim lives in Granville, Ohio. Contact him at timbowers.com

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