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by Charles Santore (Author)
Perfect for family story time, classroom read-alouds, and gift-giving, this delightful retelling introduces readers to Bianca and her three adventurous piglets, whose love of delicious truffles leads them into the forest. But when a hungry wolf arrives looking for dinner, everyone discovers that first impressions aren't always right, and sometimes the most unlikely guests become part of the family.
Inside you'll discover:
- A playful reimagining of the beloved Three Little Pigs fairy tale
- Stunning, museum-quality illustrations by acclaimed artist Charles Santore
- A heartwarming story celebrating kindness, forgiveness, courage, and family
- A beautifully crafted hardcover edition perfect for children ages 4 to 8
- An unforgettable addition to any home, classroom, or library collection
Charles Santore's breathtaking artwork has captivated generations of readers and earned some of illustration's highest honors, including the Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art Gold Medal. His celebrated editions of The Night Before Christmas, Snow White, The Wizard of Oz, Peter Rabbit, The Velveteen Rabbit, and other timeless classics have become treasured family keepsakes around the world.
Whether you're introducing children to classic fairy tales or looking for a beautifully illustrated gift they'll return to again and again, Three Hungry Pigs and the Wolf Who Came to Dinner offers a fresh, humorous, and heartwarming adventure that readers will cherish for years to come.
Author Biography
Charles Santore renowned illustrations have been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. Santore is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children's stories such as Snow White, The Night Before Christmas and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Paul Revere's Ride, which was named 2004 Children's Book of the Year for Poetry by the Bank Street College Children's Book Committee. His illustrations for The Wizard of Oz, which is widely considered to be the quintessential illustrated version, were used as the scenic backdrops for a major television performance of the work.
