The Thirteenth Piglet

Name: The Thirteenth Piglet
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781990252150
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Andrée Poulin

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Summary

The Thirteenth Piglet by Andrée Poulin is a charming tale for children that follows the adventure of a unique little piglet in a bustling farmyard. With her unyielding curiosity, the thirteenth piglet embarks on a journey of discovery, exploring themes of individuality, bravery, and the importance of family. This delightful story captivates with its heartfelt narrative and vivid illustrations, making it a perfect read for young readers.
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This engaging children's book may appeal to you if you're interested in stories that blend adventure, humour, and themes of teamwork. It's perfect for young readers who enjoy heartwarming tales involving animals and the importance of caring for one another.

The Thirteenth Piglet

"Thirteen, the last piglet in a large litter, struggles to fit in with his own family. But, with a little courage and some creative thinking, he shows that you can carve out your own place in the world.

The last piglet of a large litter courageously finds his own sense of belonging

Description

Thirteen, the last piglet of a litter of 13, loves to play and help out around the farm. But he soon realizes that his mother can only feed 12 of her piglets at the same time, which, unfortunately, leaves no room for him. Suddenly, life seems very unfair! Gripped by his literal hunger, Thirteen discovers that a different kind of hunger will drive him to find the solution to take his place among his family.

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The Thirteenth Piglet by Andrée Poulin is garnering positive attention. Reviewers note its inspirational qualities, highlighting how readers may relate to the protagonist's perseverance, with an encouraging message about resilience and not giving up.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781990252150

Publisher: Comme des geants inc.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 22 December 2022

Country: Canada

Imprint: Milky Way

Illustration: Full-color Illustrations throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Martina Tonello

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 40

Collections

Andrée Poulin Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

If she could, Andrée Poulin would read from morning to night—in fact, her love of reading is what brought her to writing in the first place. After working as a journalist for many years, she went into international development, then began writing picture books and novels dealing with friendship, empathy, tolerance, poverty, and solidarity. Poulin is a TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award winner and three-time Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award finalist. Recent books include Burying the Moon, That’s Not Hockey!, and The Biggest Poutine in the World.

Martina Tonello is an illustrator and an apprentice carpenter. She loves to discover hidden treasures, such as secret pathways in forests or villages tucked away in valleys. Born in Padova, Italy, in 1993, she now resides in Bologna, where she spends her time crafting stories and hosting workshops for children. Tonello has worked with several Italian publishing houses, including Electa Kids, Edizioni Piemme, and Editoriale Scienza.