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Freddy and the Pig

By Charlie Higson
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In Freddy and the Pig by Charlie Higson, readers are invited into a humorous and imaginative world where Freddy, a young boy, swaps places with a pig. This whimsical adventure showcases the engaging mischief and unexpected challenges that arise from their switch, all while delivering delightful lessons about empathy and friendship. Perfect for young readers eager for a laugh and an intriguing tale.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this whimsical and adventurous children's book if you love tales featuring unexpected friendships, mischief, and laughter. With a blend of humour and heartwarming moments, it captures the imagination and entertains young readers with charming characters and delightful storytelling.

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A stunning picture book for the under fives; Higson takes a laugh-out-loud look at little boys and their charming habits.

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Freddy and the Pig is a hilarious and super accessible title from Charlie Higson, specially designed for severely struggling, reluctant, and dyslexic readers. This book offers a hi-lo reading experience with a reading age of 6 and an interest age of 8+.

An Xbox-loving boy devises a cunning plan to send a pig to school in his place. Meanwhile, the pig becomes the Star Pupil, and Freddy begins to take on pig-like behaviour at home. This laugh-out-loud tale explores why what we wish for isn't always the best for us, all presented in an accessible format for readers aged 8+, with a reading age of 6 and an interest age of 8-12.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781123737

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 June 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Mark Chambers

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 211.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 32

Collections

Charlie Higson Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Charlie Higson came into the public eye as one of the writers and performers of The Fast Show on BBC and still makes regular TV appearances. His career in children's books began with the Young Bond series and has continued with his much-loved zombie novels.

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