Under a Pig Tree: A History of the Noble Fruit (a Mixed-Up Book)
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The publisher and author of Under a Pig Tree seem to be having communication issues. The author has written a clear, no-nonsense history of figs. But the publisher is sure she meant pigs. After all, what's the difference between two measly letters? What results is a hilarious illustrated history of pigs, from the earliest times ("Pigs were presented as 'medals' to the winners of the first Olympics") to the present day ("There is nothing better than enjoying a cup of tea or glass of milk with one of those famous Pig Newtons"). The author, needless to say, is not happy about this "little mix-up" and makes her feelings very clearly known--by scrawling all over the book! With sticky notes from the publisher, angry scribbles from the author, wrinkles, and pages askew, Under a Pig Tree is a playful peek into a book in "midproduction" and a humorous look at the consequences of small mistakes, by industry pro Margie Palatini and up-and-coming talent Chuck Groenink.
Author: Margie Palatini
Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Published: 04/14/2015
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.80h x 9.70w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781419714887
Audience: Ages 4-8
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 177120 / Under a Pig Tree: A History of the Noble Fruit
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2015
Publishers Weekly 02/23/2015
Booklist 03/15/2015 pg. 82
School Library Journal 04/01/2015 pg. 132
About the Author
Margie Palatini is the author of many outrageously funny books for children, including Piggie Pie!, illustrated by Howard Fine, and Moosetache, illustrated by Henry Cole. She lives with her family in New Jersey.
Chuck Groenink is a Dutch artist who has illustrated several children's books in Europe and the United States. He currently lives in Syracuse, New York, with his wife.
This title is only available via back order
Author: Margie Palatini
Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Published: 04/14/2015
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.80h x 9.70w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781419714887
Audience: Ages 4-8
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 177120 / Under a Pig Tree: A History of the Noble Fruit
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2015
Publishers Weekly 02/23/2015
Booklist 03/15/2015 pg. 82
School Library Journal 04/01/2015 pg. 132
About the Author
Margie Palatini is the author of many outrageously funny books for children, including Piggie Pie!, illustrated by Howard Fine, and Moosetache, illustrated by Henry Cole. She lives with her family in New Jersey.
Chuck Groenink is a Dutch artist who has illustrated several children's books in Europe and the United States. He currently lives in Syracuse, New York, with his wife.
This title is only available via back order