The Three Little Pigs and Other Stories
What’s inside...
This fantastic collection features three of Nick Sharratt and Stephen Tucker's hugely successful Lift-the-Flap Fairy Tales: The Three Little Pigs, Jack and the Beanstalk, and The Three Billy Goats Gruff. These well-loved stories are retold in lively, witty verse accompanied by quirky illustrations and clever flaps. Made from sturdy card, this book is designed to be read repeatedly by children of all ages, from toddlers to schoolchildren.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the three little pigs felt when the wolf tried to blow down their houses?
What would you do if you were in the place of the third pig who built his house out of bricks?
Why is it important to work hard and be prepared like the third pig?
How do the different materials of the houses represent the pigs' personalities and decisions?
What can we learn about facing challenges from the three little pigs?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to real-life scenarios, discussing how preparation and hard work can lead to success.
Discuss the moral lessons in the story and how they can apply these lessons in their everyday interactions.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings to the story to foster creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Use the differences in the pigs’ choices to discuss decision making and the consequences of one’s actions.
Highlight the importance of resilience and perseverance as demonstrated by the pigs when faced with a challenge.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of hard work and diligence
Explanation: In 'The Three Little Pigs,' the third pig's choice to build a strong brick house exemplifies the rewards of hard work and planning ahead.
Real-World Application: Children learn that putting effort into their tasks—like schoolwork or chores—can lead to better outcomes and protection against potential problems.
Example Lesson: Consequences of taking shortcuts
Explanation: The first two pigs build their homes quickly with straw and sticks and suffer the consequences when the wolf easily destroys them.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that opting for quick, easy solutions can sometimes lead to negative consequences, emphasizing the value of thoroughness and effort.
Example Lesson: Strategic thinking and problem solving
Explanation: The third pig outsmarts the wolf by building a durable home and eventually capturing the wolf, showcasing the benefits of critical thinking and strategy.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to think critically when faced with challenges and to consider long-term implications of their decisions.
Example Lesson: Unity and teamwork
Explanation: After the wolf blows down the straw and stick houses, the pigs unite in the brick house, combining their efforts to ultimately ensure their safety.
Real-World Application: This highlights the importance of supporting each other and working together to overcome adversity, a lesson applicable in friendships and teamwork in school.