Books like The Pig in a Wig by Alan MacDonald
In "The Pig in a Wig," young readers follow Peggoty, a pig who believes she is unattractive because she has no fur, mane, or feathers. When the farmer’s baby arrives, Peggoty observes how the baby’s skin can be beautiful, too. The story gently encourages children to accept themselves and embrace personal appearance, while highlighting the uniqueness of domestic animals.
First publish date: December 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Alan MacDonald
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