Some Pig!: A Charlotte's Web Picture Book

by E.B. White

Book Overview

Fern loved Wilbur more than anything, and Wilbur loved her too. . . . Some Pig introduces a new generation to Wilbur, the most lovable pig in children's literature. E. B. White's masterful text from the classic Charlotte's Web , combined with artist Maggie Kneen's finely detailed work, brings to life the enchanting friendship between Fern and Wilbur. This charming picture-book edition will capture the imagination and win the hearts of young readers everywhere.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060781610
• ISBN13: 9780060781613
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 5 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

SOME PIG! E. B. white

SOME PIG! This is the first time I have had an issue with one of your books! For the “good” rating, I was not happy that there were “water stains” on each page!

lovely introduction to Charlotte's web for younger children

This lovely picture book, based on a short part of the beloved E. B. White classic, is perfect to introduce the story and characters to younger children who are not yet ready for longer chapter books. The story focuses on Fern's love for Wilbur, omitting details of the original story that might be disturbing for a younger audience (such as the fact that the runt of the litter was usually killed). We follow Wilbur's adventures when he lives with Fern, and the story ends when he is sold to Mr. Zuckerman and goes to live in his barn, where he will eventually meet Charlotte (she does not appear in this story). The traditional, realistic artwork with its muted colors fits into the spirit of the original Garth Williams black and white illustrations, while offering new and charming visions of Wilbur's early days with Fern. The close-up perspective of Fern wheeling the dozing Wilbur and her baby doll in her doll carriage is a particularly lovely example. Highly recommended for preschool storytime, particularly with a pig or far theme. Suitable for children 3 through 8.

Perfect Introduction to E.B. White for Pre-Schoolers

My 4 year old loves this version of the story. The classic book it is based upon simply has far too many words for her at this age. The illustrations are wonderful and evoke memories from my own childhood on my grandparents farm. The story is just the right length for a toddler or pre-school age child. No bedtime is complete without this story.