One day, Neligan's pig sits by the pond watching the ducks and geese play on the cool water. The pig gets hotter and hotter; the ducks and the geese get louder and louder. Then Neligan's pig does something quite unheard of - she jumps in the pond.
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This is the story of a Very Hot Day, and a pig who, despite the encouragement of ducks and geese (who later regret it), tries to resist the lure of the water. Pigs, you see, don't swim. But eventually--well--SPLASH! And then all the rest of the farm animals come from their fields to watch and wait, wondering what Farmer Neligan's response will be.
Huge fun, with the kind of repetition that provides multiple opportunities for audience participation. And possibly the only children's book to feature illustrations of an elderly farmer doing the Full Monty (almost). Highly Commended for the Kate Greenaway Medal. (Ages 3 and over) --Lisa Gee
A Big Book edition is also available. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"Highly Commended for the Kate Greenaway Medal (1992) and described as "Outstanding!" by The Independent on Sunday"
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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A really fun book. The same little phrases occur again and again and with all the animal noise as well, it really allows the youngest child to join in, providing they can do simple animal noises (oink! moo! etc). The illustrations are lovely and the picture at the end with all the animals in the pond provides a real talking point.
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What a fabulous children's book! A pig on a hot day who keeps refusing to get in the pond because "pigs don't swim," but you know he will eventually! It is very well written, the repetitive animal noises make it easily interactive for my three year old and he loves the big splash near the end. The pictures and progression of the farmer stripping off to join him in the pond are priceless. A very enjoyable book to read to your kids!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
As previously noted, this is fun: a simple story with repetition building to a climax (the ducks quack first once, then twice, and so on), lots of points for the adult reader to stop and let a child finish the line, and beautiful vigorous watercolour illustrations. My one note of caution would be that if the book becomes a favourite, and it stands a good chance of doing so, then bathtimes can become extremely splashy affairs as the child does his/her best impression of the swimming pig...
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Very much appreciated by our American grandchildren - we have to keep them supplied with suitable reading material from THIS side of The Pond!
Published 1 month ago by A D Biggles
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Beautifully illustrated book with a fun little story about a pig that wants to cool down in the water.. My two year old keeps asking for me to read it to her before bedtime.
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Pig in the Pond was my daughter's fav book as a toddler, so she was thrilled to have this new copy for her 14th birthday, brought back some brilliant memories. Read more
Pig in the Pond was my daughter's fav book as a toddler, so she was thrilled to have this new copy for her 14th birthday, brought back some brilliant memories. Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2011 by Dragonfly
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Great set of 3 books
Bought as a set of 3 with Owl Babies and Farmer Duck for a 6 yr old. Great stories, fantastic illustrations and a very good buy. Have recommended to friends - so praise indeed.
Published on 23 Sep 2010 by Steve
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A great short story for bedtime
This book is a huge hit in our family. Witty illustrations, and great pace. Our children love it.
Published on 27 Mar 2010 by Ed Clark
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I love this story and so do my class!
this is a lovely story to share with young children. the CD is ok but i prefer to tell the story verbally so you can pause to add to the anticipation of what will happen next! Read more
Published on 6 Dec 2009 by S. West
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My First Book!
This was the first book i ever learnt to read when i was 3 or so, I still have it to this day, be it a little tatty! Read more
Published on 20 Sep 2009 by Max Maton
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Fantastic little story, with a CD full of animal noises, musical and sound effects to keep the little ones listening. Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2009 by Turandot
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Delightful book for both adults and children
The story of a pig on a farm on a hot summers day. The story is entertaining, light hearted and easy for the young to follow. The rymning and rythum add to the enjoyment. Read more
Published on 12 Sep 2000
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