Three Little Pigs (Night Night Sleep Tight)

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Hugely entertaining, my 3 year old finds it hilarious!

by Nick and Claire Page, from the `Make Believe Ideas' series of books.And, as each title in the 12 book series has a RRP of £2.99 - this represents excellent value for a durable hardcover edition.'National Curriculum for Key Stage 1 in reading, writing and speaking guides both the text and the range of supporting activities.'This particular story is aimed at age 5-7.From inside the front cover:-'This is the story of the three little pigs,and houses built of straw, bricks and twigs.There's something else.Can you guess what?On every page there's a pot to spot!...'30 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.Numbered pages with clear, easy-to-follow text, enhanced in places FOR EFFECT!Simply SUPERB illustrations throughout...humorous and with a modern slant..... from Katie Saunders, giving plenty of scope for discussion on each turn of the page!And......as previously mentioned, there is the `pot to spot' on each 2-page spread!This delightful book is further enhanced by relevant facial expressions and an additional section at the end, featuring:-`Ready to tell' - a `rearrange the pictures' exercise.`Picture Dictionary' - illustrating the more difficult words`Key Words' - presenting key words in context`Build a House' - a practical and achievable activity.and sections entitled:-`Ready to Talk' (inside the back cover)`Ready to Read' (on the back cover)wind the book up and give more information about the aims of the book.Example of text:-`Three little pigs left home one day.packed their bags and went on their way.Mother pig said, "Good bye bye bye!"But a wolf saw them go and thought,"Mmmm - PORK PIE!".......'As the three little pigs go about their business, that hungry wolf's thoughts continue to finish each verse in a similar mode .....as he is busy reading his recipe book, entitled `Mr Wolf's top ten pork dishes`!So that is what the pot (cauldron) is all about!Don't worry - the ending is positive for the three little pigs!From the back page/cover:-`This book is designed to be fun for children who are just starting to read on their own. But they will enjoy and benefit from some time discussing the story with an adult.......Stories are told in rhyme, or in strong, rhythmic prose.......Repetitive, easy rhymes are highlighted so that younger children can join in and increase their confidence........The chosen font increases word-shape recognition.......Coloured backgrounds are in line with current advice on making reading easier for children with dyslexia.'