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The Pig in the Pond

A beloved classic from the recipient of An Post Irish Book Awards’ Bob Hughes Lifetime Achievement Award
By Martin Waddell
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The Pig in the Pond by Martin Waddell is a delightful children's story set on a hot day at the farm. Unable to resist the inviting coolness of the pond, the farm's pig embarks on a humorous adventure. This tale celebrates fun and spontaneity, capturing the lively antics that ensue when the pig decides to take a splash.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's story may appeal to you if you enjoy tales filled with humour and charming illustrations. It captures the funny antics of animals on a sweltering day, which could be perfect for readers who find joy in light-hearted and imaginative stories. This book is engaging and playful, making it an excellent choice for young readers with a curiosity for animal adventures.

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The Pig in the Pond

Pigs don't swim ... or so it's said. A classic, much-loved picture book following the exploits of a hot and bothered pig.

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Pigs don't swim ... or so it's said. A classic, much-loved picture book following the exploits of a hot and bothered pig.

In this Kate Greenaway Commended picture book favourite, Owl Babies author Martin Waddell tells the story of Neligan's pig – who's feeling very hot and bothered! It's one of the most sizzling days of the summer, and the pig sits by the pond watching the ducks and geese playing on the cool water. The pig gets warmer and warmer, the ducks and the geese get louder and louder. Neligan's pig knows that pigs don't swim – but she just has to take a dive! And she's not the only one on the farm who's sweltering... A riotous read-aloud to be shared over and over again.

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The Pig in the Pond by Martin Waddell received high praise from critics. It was recognised as "Highly Commended" for the Kate Greenaway Medal in 1992 and described as "Outstanding!" by The Independent on Sunday.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406301595

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jill Barton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 258.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 170g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Martin Waddell Young Adult

About the Author

Born in Belfast, Martin Waddell was an aspiring football player for many years, before turning his hand to writing. He is now widely regarded as one of the greatest living children’s writers, and has over 220 published titles to his name. He is perhaps best known for Owl Babies, illustrated by Patrick Benson and Farmer Duck, illustrated by Helen Oxenbury; as well as the 1989 Kurt Maschler Award-winning The Park in the Dark and the Little Bear series, both illustrated by Barbara Firth. In 2004, Martin received the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for his lasting contribution to children’s literature, the highest career recognition available to a writer or illustrator of children’s books. He lives in Newcastle, County Durham.

Jill Barton studied for a degree in Illustration at Manchester Polytechnic as a mature student and has now illustrated many children's books, including The Rattletrap Car by Phyllis Root and the popular Baby Duck stories by Amy Hest. Jill lives in Devon and has three children.

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