The Adventures of Pongo and Stink by Lisa Nicol, illustrated by Karen Blair (Penguin Books) HB RRP $19.99 ISBN 9781761355691
This is a roll-in-the-mud adventure story about two piggies who love food but bite off more than they can chew. Pongo and Stink are FED UP with living in a pigsty. They want to live a life of luxury, all cosy in the farmhouse, getting loving pats from Farmer Nic while eating scones and jam on toast - just like their tormentor, Rollo the dog. When Pongo has the audacious idea of dressing up as pups, the two piggies set out to chase their dreams. But will the wily fox scupper their plans? Or will Pongo and Stink realise that they are perfect, just as they are . . .?
Written for children 6+ years, this is a highly
illustrated story for children who love to read about mischievous pigs. It has
themes of friendship, being yourself, and teamwork.
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