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Quick answer: If your child loves Pig the Pug, read Pig the Fibber, Pig the Star, Thelma the Unicorn and The Bad Guys, then try Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! and The Day the Crayons Quit. These books share funny characters and cheeky mischief.
Aaron Blabey's picture book stars a selfish, greedy pug who refuses to share. It is silly, rhyming and made for reading aloud. The books below offer similar giggles, grumpy characters and bold illustrations for ages 3 to 7.
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Quick Picks at a Glance
| Book | Author | Ages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pig the Fibber | Aaron Blabey | 3-7 | more Pig |
| Pig the Star | Aaron Blabey | 3-7 | more Pig |
| Thelma the Unicorn | Aaron Blabey | 3-7 | same author |
| The Bad Guys | Aaron Blabey | 6-9 | early readers |
| Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! | Mo Willems | 3-7 | talk-back reading |
| Elephant & Piggie: Today I Will Fly! | Mo Willems | 4-8 | early readers |
| The Day the Crayons Quit | Drew Daywalt | 4-8 | clever humour |
| Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes | Eric Litwin | 3-7 | songs and giggles |
| Duck! Rabbit! | Amy Krouse Rosenthal | 3-7 | optical illusions |
| Press Here | Herve Tullet | 3-7 | interactive books |
| Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | 3-7 | gentle encouragement |
| Llama Llama Red Pajama | Anna Dewdney | 2-5 | bedtime calm |
| The Book With No Pictures | B.J. Novak | 4-8 | read-aloud fun |
| I Want My Hat Back | Jon Klassen | 3-7 | dry humour |
| Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type | Doreen Cronin | 3-7 | farm comedy |
1. Pig the Fibber by Aaron Blabey
Pig tells whoppers that land him in trouble. Rhyming and funny, with a clear lesson about honesty.
Best for: more Pig.
2. Pig the Star by Aaron Blabey
Pig dreams of being famous and learns that fame has costs. Bold art and lots of attitude.
Best for: more Pig.
3. Thelma the Unicorn by Aaron Blabey
A pony becomes a glittering unicorn and learns what matters. Fun and colorful.
Best for: same author.
4. The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey
A wolf, shark, snake and piranha try to be good. A graphic early chapter book.
Best for: early readers.
5. Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems
A pigeon pleads with the reader to let him drive. Interactive and hilarious.
Best for: talk-back reading.
6. Elephant & Piggie: Today I Will Fly! by Mo Willems
Piggie tries to fly, and Gerald worries. Easy to read and full of friendship.
Best for: early readers.
7. The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt
Crayons write letters of complaint to their owner. Witty and colorful.
Best for: clever humour.
8. Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin
Pete steps in strawberries, blueberries and mud and keeps singing. Catchy and calm.
Best for: songs and giggles.
9. Duck! Rabbit! by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Two voices argue over whether a drawing is a duck or a rabbit. Great for conversation.
Best for: optical illusions.
10. Press Here by Herve Tullet
Readers press, shake and tilt the book to change dots. Interactive and inventive.
Best for: interactive books.
11. Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae
A giraffe finds his own rhythm. Rhyming and uplifting.
Best for: gentle encouragement.
12. Llama Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney
Baby Llama waits for his mama at bedtime. Soothing rhymes.
Best for: bedtime calm.
13. The Book With No Pictures by B.J. Novak
The reader must say whatever is written. Silly words guarantee giggles.
Best for: read-aloud fun.
14. I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen
A bear asks every animal about his missing hat. Deadpan and funny.
Best for: dry humour.
15. Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin
The cows type notes to the farmer demanding electric blankets. Silly, sweet and clever.
Best for: farm comedy.
How to Choose
For more of Blabey's cheeky style, begin with Pig the Fibber, Pig the Star or Thelma the Unicorn. For interactive fun, choose Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, Press Here or The Book With No Pictures. If your child likes early readers, try Elephant & Piggie or The Bad Guys. For calm bedtime options, Llama Llama Red Pajama and Giraffes Can't Dance are good picks. Read aloud with silly voices for the best effect. Reading these books aloud is half the fun, so let your child join in with the rhymes and actions. Many of these titles are short enough to read twice in one sitting. Parents can also use these books to talk about feelings such as jealousy, honesty and kindness, asking what the characters could have done differently.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pig the Pug about?
Pig, a greedy pug, refuses to share his things and learns a lesson when he gets stuck.
Who wrote Pig the Pug?
Aaron Blabey, an Australian author and illustrator.
What age is it for?
About 3 to 7.
Does it rhyme?
Yes, the book is told in rhyme.
Is there a series?
Yes, there are several Pig the Pug books.
Does Pig learn his lesson?
He gets a surprise, but Pig remains Pig in the end.
How long is Pig the Pug?
It is a standard picture book of about 32 pages.
What lesson does Pig the Pug teach?
It encourages sharing, in a funny way that does not feel like a lecture.
Are there audiobooks or videos?
Check your library or streaming apps, as some picture books have read-aloud videos.
Can toddlers enjoy it?
The rhymes and pictures appeal to toddlers, though the story suits preschoolers best.
Is Pig the Pug too naughty?
Pig is greedy, but the story shows consequences, so most parents find it funny and harmless.