Pigsticks and Harold and the Incredible Journey by Alex Milway. Candlewick, 2014.
Reading Level: Early Chapter Book, Ages 4-8
Recommended for: All ages
Charmingly illustrated with the same humorous touches James Marshall often added to his works, Pigsticks and Harold are delightful early chapter book friends you must introduce to your children. Pigsticks comes from a long line of noble pigs (Amelia Pigheart, the Great Piglini, Colonel Pigslet, and others), and he determines to live up to his heritage by going on a journey to the ends of the earth. The only problem? He doesn’t want to do any work or even carry his own (heavy) backpack. Poor Harold, the hamster, unwittingly lets himself get hired by Pigsticks, and away they journey…up hill, down dale, through the desert, narrowly avoiding mishap. Illustrations nicely complement the text by filling in extra details (look for the mountain goats’ favorite snack!) and adding in subtle touches of humor. Do Pigsticks and Harold find the ends of the earth? You’ll have to read to find out!
Overall Quality: 4 (out of 5)
Cautions: None
Audience: Independent readers and pre-readers
Recommended use: Read-aloud, independent reading choice
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