Pigs Books

My nearly 9 yr. old son raves about the book, it's cute twists and interesting hamster cam perspective. Recommended.

I read this book to my fourth grade class and they were hooked. We all looked forward to reading about Humphrey and his adventures with his class. Highly recommend this book for kids around the age of 8, 9, 10. We will be reading more Humphrey books this year.

The 9-year-old who received this book as a gift said, "Another Humphrey book!" and went off to read it immediately. If you like hamsters, the Humphrey books are a must.

Wonderful, touching story! My fourth grade class LOVES these books, and so do I. The story is a great blend of humor, heart-warming, and real life learning as little Humphrey, the class pet, shows understanding and helps his "friends" in the classroom. Wonderful!

My kids and I love all the Humphrey books. My daughter is 7 and my son is 10 and we looked forward to the stories every night. They are well- written, a pleasure to read aloud, and the kids can relate to the story because it is set in a school.

Although I am not a father myself, I can truly relate to how Liliana, the author, is trying to relate to her readers/listeners as to the fears and ultimate hinderances that we humans share. I love how she clearly and simply says, we all fear these things, we all feel these things and above all, we all can overcome these things. Way to go Liliana. You are an inspiration tom me and to as I am sure, to those young minds that we struggle to raise.

Mike Dominguez

Thank you for writing an inspirational book for shy kids. "The Trrrembling Mouse" is a nice story with great graphics. I bought it as a gift for a Third Grader and he loved it...! He is asking me if there are more Trrrembling Mouse stories. When is the next one coming?

Has a very constructive message for children, character building story, nice and colorful pictures,well written. I enjoyed reading it to my grandchildren. Thanks.

I love this book! The book is animated and carries a powerful message for children as well as adults. Since I bought this book for my two children, I have secretly begun to remind myself to dismiss obstacles and welcome courage when I am faced with my own fears. My children love reading how the Trrrembling Mouse overcomes his fear. The illustrations are bright and lively! I highly recommend this book.

I have an 11 year old that could benefit from this book very much. I plan to read it with him tonight when I get home. We live in Los Angeles, and for reasons that I still can't decipher or maybe it is just the fact that we live in this city, he's grown up full of fears. I loved the narrative, and the positive message. Simply put and to the point, just the way kids like it. Great for all ages. Congratulations Liliana, nicely done.

I am a Second Grade Teacher who read this book to my class
My children truly loved it!! It coordinates nicely with their Art Curriculum!! They have a feeling of confidence and it makes a great opporunity for a lesson on Character Education! And so begins the idea of Vincent Van Mouse. The story finds the adorable, innocent little mouse searching to find his special idea in some way. That search drives his curiosity to explore all of his friend's ideas. He creates his own journey and has a totally unexpected turn of events that reshapes his life and it leaves the reader with a happy ending. This author and illustrator is truly a talent!!

I love Vincent. Not only will children love it, but so will the entire fAmily. To All Art teAchers, this book is A must hAve. To All Elementary teAchers, this book is A must hAve. To Anyone who loves to reAd, this book will wArm your heArt.

To the author, I implore you to continue to write more about Vincent. What A lovely chAracter.

Very good book. There was a cute story and the graphics so detailed (very colorful).....

this book is a joy to read for both young and old alike. the artwork is beautiful, colorful and inspirational. the story is educational, warm, witty and entertaining. vincent will creep into your heart. once you meet him, you will desire to walk through more paintings and more books with him. this is a real treat, a charming book. the idea is genius; the product is perfection!

Sensational, cute, and clever. Although intended for children, this book will delight children and adults alike. The story is suited perfectly for children and the art is simply captivating. I bought copies for my nieces and nephews and they now eagerly await the next Vincent Van Mouse. Don't pass this one up!!!! Oh, and by the way, a portion of the proceeds go to a very good cause.

We checked this out at the library and loved it so much we had to have it for our home collection. The illustrations are very entertaining and add to the story; both characters are absolutely loveable. But not only is it a sweet story of friendship and bravery and trying new things, it can also be a gentle reminder to those of us "big people" who make lists and schedules and then live our lives by them religiously, to loosen up a little. One to read again and again.

this is a fantastic book. my sons and i read it many times together and i even had to read it by myself too. it is thoughtful, intelligent, moving and very funny both for children and adults. this is a must read!

Wallace the mouse makes lists-lots of lists--and follows them to a T. He's not distressed by this penchant; it's just his way. However, Wallace adheres so strictly to his lists that they're somewhat maladaptive; for example, he seems intrigued by his new mustachioed neighbor Albert, but Wallace doesn't greet him. Why? Because he hadn't put 'greeting a new neighbor' on his list. Somewhere Wallace didn't quite get the balance between structure and spontaneity. In contrast, Albert is a free spirit with a Zen-like knack for living in the moment. His spontaneity (as well as his slightly bohemian apartment) baffles Wallace:

"'Changing my mind is an adventure,' Albert explained. `I don't like adventures,' said Wallace. `An adventure can be anything. Anything that isn't planned for.' `You mean anything that isn't on a list?' asked Wallace. `Exactly!' said Albert." For some reason, Wallace then asks, "Do you ever use a map?" and Albert paraphrases a famous line from the film, "The Adventures of Buckaroo Bonzai:" "I don't need maps...because wherever I go, there I am."

Albert, however, doesn't always plan things very well. When he drills a hole to hang a picture, he leaves a big gaping hole as goes all the way through the wallpaper to the brick wall. Luckily, Albert isn't fazed; he covers the whole with a brick. Wallace gets a case of the "What ifs" at Albert's casual attitude towards adventure ("But what if you get lost?"). Albert answers with a certain joie de vivre ("Being lost is automatically an adventure"). While their stances are diametrically opposed, Albert exhibits a fond acceptance of Wallace.

Before you can say "Odd Couple," the two rodents are on the road to friendship, and plan a trip to Glockamorra together. Wallace hopes that none of the things from his "Things I hate" list will happen there: 1. Rain streaming down my glasses. 2. Sand in my shoe. 3. Being hot. 4. Being cold. 5. Being wet), and honest Al admits, "at least one of those things might happen if you went to Glockamorra." The next morning, Wallace wakes up from nightmare and discovers two important and unplanned things: 1. Since Wallace didn't answer his door, Albert has already gone to the airport, and, 2) a "dangerous storm" with "torrents of water" had started, and Wallace needed to warn Albert. (It is not at all clear why Albert, an apparently experienced pilot, needs any warning, but the plot must go on).

Now the real adventure, and an amazing display of friendship, begins. Wallace is all unlisted action as he goes to warn Albert. Moreover, he finds that he must stray from his own avowed "Things I hate" list: Rain streams down his glasses, he gets wet, and it looks like he gets cold. He faces other dangers (e.g., a cat) with aplomb. When he finally finds Albert, soaked and disappointed, he remembers his "How To Cheer Up Your Pals" list. Albert, for his part, takes Wallace on a madcap adventure at the airport and in the city, and Wallace discovers his previously submerged sense of humor and spontaneity. He doesn't give up list making-no one makes that demand-but the contents of his lists change. He writes about his adventures (his longest list ever), and, in perhaps his shortest list ever, he write down the name of his best friend.

This touching book shows that opposites not only attract, but can also complement each other. Albert and Wallace show an endearing mutual acceptance, and one feels that a bit of Albert's personality has rubbed off on Wallace (although it's not clear whether the converse is true.) These are valuable qualities at any age, and authors Bottner and Kruglik make it seem natural and unforced. Olof Landstrom's Euro-look illustrations also lighten the book: They have the color and action of the famous Tintin series, an offhand jokey style, and a certain majesty in the panoramas. Some of the clean-lined interiors and architecture exude a modern, somewhat Scandinavian feeling. In addition, Landstrom varied perspectives echo the book's theme about taking multiple viewpoints. This is a funny and warm book, both entertaining and socially educational. Highly recommended.

My son loves this adventure story of friendship.
This is one of those great books that a parent doesn't get bored reading. There is a great message about friendships and risk taking for every age. The pictures are great too!

If someone were to walk up to you, place a gun to your head, and demand that you tell them the name of at least one really great Swedish children's book illustrator, how would you fare? What if it was a banana they held to your head? A mild sedative? Well, thanks to "Wallace's Lists" you need never fear this potentially dangerous/messy/sleepy scenario again. It is illustrated by the uniquely talented Olof Landstrom, and written by the delightful Barbara Bottner and Gerald Kruglik making it one of those rare Swedish/Florida crossovers that's so hip with the kids these days. The book points out the potential pitfalls that come when a person plans out their life a little too well and fails to allow for any variety or excitement. And though this lesson might be better suited for a fifty-year-old, within the context of the book it works rather beautifully for little children.

Wallace has it all figured out. Whatever it is he wishes to do with his day, he first makes a list. Wallace is a bit of a list addict. He has lists of his favorite stories and pets and weather and all sorts of stuff. He even has a huge book of them all collected together. One day a new fellow moves in next to our hero. The new guy, Albert, is far more adventurous than Wallace, and suggests that the two of them take a trip to Glockamorra. When Wallace sleeps in and Albert takes this non appearance as a sign that he's not interested in the trip, Albert leaves on his own. What Albert doesn't know is that a dangerous storm is on its way. Wallace must warn him before it's too late. Even if that means not adhering to lists.

I was deeply glad that this book didn't turn out to be a kind of odd couple/Ernie & Bert tale done in picture book form with mice. The story of the uptight stick in the mud and the crazy frat guy has been done to death in children's literature. What sets "Wallace's Lists" apart from these is the fact that the book isn't saying that what Wallace does (making lists) is a bad or stupid thing to do. It's just saying that a person should be a little flexible once in a while and that if your guard is down sometimes, lovely things can happen to you. I also liked that Albert never mocked Wallace at any point. When Wallace points out that he may not want to go to Glockamorra because List #8 says he hates rain streaming down his glasses, sand in his shoe, being hot, being cold, being wet, and being lost, Albert simply says, "Hmmm. It is quite possible that at least one of those things might happen if you went to Glockamorra". This is a subdued response, pairing perfectly with the serene illustration of Albert calmly hanging a picture he's painted over the huge gaping hole he created moments ago in his wall.

In fact, the illustrations in this book are delightful. They have a somewhat European feel to them, with Wallace in his flat blue hat and square glasses. At first the book looks as if the pictures in it are simply cartoonish drawings lacking in form and function. Then you get to an absolutely ripping two-page spread of rain drenching the nearby airport and you gain a new respect for Mr. Landstrom's work.

The best recommendation I can give this is to say that it features the kind of friendship you'd find in Arnold Lobel's, "Frog and Toad" books. Just two good friends having a fun time and learning a little in the process. A book that will leave you with a good feeling after you've finished it.

Though the lovely and whimsical quality of the illustrations in this book would certainly appeal to children as well as many an adult, the thought-provoking content makes it most suitable as a prompt for discussion. Back in the day before I retired from teaching I would have certainly used this book as a discussion starter in any of my middle school history classes, as it makes graphically clear how the us-them mentality leads to hostility. I could even see it used as an allegory for schoolyard brawls!

Along with Eve Bunting's Terrible Things, this book shows how "children's" literature can cross genre barriers.
Terrible Things: An Allegory of the Holocaust

I was looking at this book with my sister (who's a teacher), and we loved it. There's no writting, so children can discuss what happened in th argument etc... It's also a story that can mean many things, from fights on the playground to war.

I am currently a 5th grade teacher, but I have shared this book with 4th graders also. It is a great book to bring out when "trouble" begins to brew in your classroom. The students are facinated with a "wordless" book, and they also enjoy reading a picture book (something they often do not read as they get older).
This book illustrates what happens when 2 individuals start an argument and then gain assistance from others who are not originally involved, resulting in a large catastrophe . These situations happen many times on the playground, and all I have to do is show them this book and discuss that fighting does not improve anything.
I recommend this to all upper grade teachers. I enjoy it, and it teaches a valuable lesson in life.

Popov's allegorial tale is a witty and provocative tale that will appeal to "readers" of all ages. His drawings have a dark comedic edge that does not undermine the seriousness of his message. "Why?" is a wonderful book for stimulating discussion on conflict, its causes and its end results. Bravo, Popov, for a job well done.

I think that this book is really the most profound explanation of how a war starts and how it ends. I have used this wordless amazing book in order to discuss with children about war. I have taught a course called 'The little philosopher' in a gifted children institute; I sat with the kids and each child had to tell the story of one page. The class was so great! This picture book is a wonderful educational material.

I believe that Popov succeeded in teaching (with beautiful pictures) that one should always stop and re-think the reasons of a deep conflict. As an Israeli, I can see how difficult this can be! In addition, it reminded me of my childhood; I have three older brothers (the difference in age between four of us is 6 years) and our home was literally a battle field.

Do the world a favor, buy many copies of Why? and distribute them to whoever you know!

I happened to see this book while waiting in line and was actually laughing out loud in the store. I read it aloud later to my 4 and 2 year olds and they were wondering why mommy was crying (with laughter)"who cranked the silent but deadly." Perhaps I am just way too immature, but this book struck me so funny. The pictures are great, though, and, overall, it is a pretty sweet story, so the kids will enjoy it (even beyond the fart stuff). And as the primary storybook reader, I love having something that makes me giggle, too.

My kids received this book as a gift and I have to admit that I was concerned that it would encourage even more fart jokes around the house. After one reading to my kids- ages 5 and 8- I stopped caring. The pictures are completely charming, the story is really humorously written and no other book gives my kids more pleasure than Winchell! It is totally delightful. I only wish there were more Winchell books!

This has quickly become my kids favorite book. It's really funny, kind of sweet, and has a nice moral to it. If your kids liked Walter the Farting Dog, Captain Underpants, or any of that sort of thing, they're going to love Winchell.

Pigs and ...! As all kids know, these are the funniest subjects around. My 4 and 7 year-old girls squeal with laughter every time they read or are read 'Winchell Cuts The Cheese". And besides being hilarious, there is an honesty about Winchell that strikes a chord with good and bad little pigs everywhere. Can't wait for more of this adorable pig!

We have 3 boys and mom in the house. She doesn't like fart books but this is funny.

like it's predecessor, this book is a great children's book. jillian is finished tidying her room and has now decided that she will make pigs! she makes a lot of pigs and then decides to sell them with her friends, but when people start buying her pigs she discovers that she's too emotionally attached to her pigs to sell them. so instead she gives lessons on how to make pigs. at the end of the book there is a little pattern that teaches you how to make a stuffed pig.

like the first book it rhymes nicely and like the first book, the illustrations are very expressive and energetic. great series.

I am a HUGE fan of the works of Phobe Gillman! The Wonderful Pigs of Jillian Jiggs is a really great book! It's a lot of fun to read to the children in my daycare as the story is funny, imaginative, keeps the interest of the children. I feel it's something we can all really relate to; putting your imagination to work, your heart and soul into a project, developing a bond with what you have created and being torn as to whether you should and/or could share it! Jillian names all of her pigs and Phobe gives you detailed instructions on how to "create" your own pig, just like Jillian did. Great story...one of my tops 10 favorites of all time!

These are some of the best children's books I have ever read (and I've read many a bedtime story!). This one is a house favorite and has been read so many times none of us have to look at the words anymore. They rhyme throughout each book (which helps the children read along), have a very cute story my kids love to read over and over and I can't forget to mention the great illustrations. One other bonus to this installment in the Jillian Jiggs series is the instructions in the back of the book on how to make your own 'Wonderful Pigs'.

The whole book rhymes so I loved reading it. The kids loved listening to it and I promised to buy what we need to make our own wonderful pigs (there are instructions in the book)This book is very highly recommended.

My Kindergartners loved this book because Jillian, the title character, gets a great idea to create pigs but realizes that her hard work is hard to sell. Everyone wants to buy her beautifully made pigs, however Jillian becomes sad at the idea of selling them. To solve her problem, she teaches others how to make their own "wonderful" pigs! We could not resist the temptation to create and decorate our own pigs in our class!

I bought this book for my 5 year old son. WE LOVE THIS BOOK! The story is fun and upbeat. The drawings are colorful and exciting. There are jokes and funny dialogue that make both kids and their parents laugh out loud! We will buy every book he writes about Max and Pinky!

Great for kids who have a sense of adventure. We cannot wait to pour over "The Mystery" when it hits the shelves. Maxie has a sheepish joie de vie. Be sure to have your kids check out his Blog.

I bought SUPERHEROES for my mom's kindergarten class and her kids LOVE it! It's their favorite story time book. We can't wait for Eaton's next Max and Pinky book to come out.

Maxwell Eaton III's THE ADVENTURES OF MAX AND PINKY: SUPERHEROES tells of a boy and his pig who are going to play superheroes, wrestling giant turtles and eating lightning in the process. Very simple drawings and an easy but zany story line lend to a fun tale for the very young.

My son was going through a phase of seeing monsters everywhere... He loves this book... 2 years after and if he is scared I read this book and it helps a lot... He took it to school and show it to his friends

My 8 year old actually enjoyed reading this book to me. Amanda is worried that there is a monster in her room at night. With a little help from her family she gets over it. He especially liked the part about the monster trap. Recommended for ages 5-8 years and K-2nd grade. It is written at a 2nd grade reading level. My library has it recommended as a 1-2nd grade reader.

My two+ year old has spent months carrying this book around, having it read to her a hundred times a day and talking about it. She even sleeps with it. She loves the Amanda Pig! We will definitely work on getting her the entire Amanda Pig series. The BOO SHOOO TO YOU segment seems to really resonate with her and we hear (and say) it quite often. You can't have more fun for less than $5!

Nice series of books. Easy to read with cute and fun stories.

What a sweet little book! My little girl enjoys this book very much. The illustrations are charming and appear to be based in the 1900's. It's a bit of a tongue twister but fun to read once you get the hang of it.

Aunt Pitty Patty bought an onry pig who refuses to go inside the gate and that's where little Nelly comes in. Nelly walks along and asks many animals, people, and objects to help her in the dilemma of getting that pig where he's supposed to be. She finds a cat who is willing, for a small favor, to help her and her problem is solved.

My 4 yr old sister liked it. She could repeat the parts with me. The little girl's search for help was funny. I would recommend this book to anyone with kid in preschool or kindergarten.

Aunt Pitty Patty and her niece Nelly went to the market. When they returned home it was plus a pig. A pig that doesn't want to go through the house's gate, that is. Nelly goes to get help, and first asks a dog to bite the pig, but the dog refuses. So then she asks a stick to hit the dog, because he refused. When the stick refuses as well, Nelly continues the chain, asking all sorts of creatures and items to help her. Finally she gets a yes, and the chain holds true, right up to the stick hitting the dog which bites the pig, who then goes through the gate.

The story is told well, and flows nicely. It is easy to read out loud.

The illustrations in this book are beautiful. Very realistic, and full of detail (like the flowers along the road), these illustrations make the book special. They add a lot to the book. Nelly is cute, and as the story progresses you can see how she becomes more and more frustrated and annoyed.

All in all, it is a very good book with great illustrations.

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Children will enjoy this read aloud adventure of complications featuring one obstinate pig that refuses to enter a gate. When at last the stick, the cow, the butcher, et al. have resolved the matter, and Farmer Brown, Nelly, and Aunt Pitty Patty have settled down to a fine meal, guess who is looking in hungrily from the window. McClintock's 19th century style illustrations provide plenty of tenacious animals and sylvan scenes. A fine selection to add to your bedtime or storytime collection.