Peddles
Elizabeth Rose Stanton, Author and Illustrator
Paula Wiseman Books/ Simon & Schuster, Fiction, Jan. 6, 2016
Suitable for Ages: 4-8
Themes: Pigs, Barnyard animals, Dreams, Dancing, Friendship, Humor
Opening: “Peddles was just a pig. He lived on a farm with the other pigs, doing the usual pig things: eating and sleeping and oinking and rooting and wallowing and…”
Synopsis: Unlike the other barnyard pigs, Peddles sees life differently. He thinks about eating pizza, soaking in a bath tub, sitting on a toilet and going into space. The other pigs tease him, but Peddles’ dreams even bigger. One night he hears a joyous sound coming from the barn and watches humans stomping and twirling. He wants to dance. When he finds a pair of red boots in a bag of shoes, he tries them on, stands up, falls over on his back and can’t get up. His friends step in and give him a nudge.
Why I like this book:
Elizabeth Rose Stanton has written a playful and adorable story about Peddles, a pig with big dreams. Peddles will charm you from the first to the last page. What child would not giggle at the sight of pig poop! And look at that cover!
This is a humorous story about self-discovery and friendship. Children will cheer for Peddles for his big ideas and seeing a life for its possibilities. They will ache when he falls down on his back and they will smile when his friends nudge him forward. Children will identify with Peddles and laugh at the unexpected ending. The text is spare with humorous and expressive illustrations that will melt your heart. This is a wonderful example of how Stanton’s colored-pencil and watercolor illustrations really show the story.
Elizabeth Rose Stanton is the author of Henny, a rollicking story about a chicken with arms. Visit Stanton at her website.
Yay Peddles!
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Isn’t he just the cutest thing you’ve ever seen!
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I love Peddles already! But then I am partial to pigs.
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I am partial to pigs — especially when drawn by Elizabeth Rose Stanton. This is such a cute story.
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I love Peddles!
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I love him too. I can’t wait to share this book and Henny with my 2-year-old great grandson!
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He’ll love it!
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That’s great!
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I’m seriously in love with Peddles’ cover picture. I want it on a t-shirt. I want him as a plush toy. I love this pig!!
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That cover yells BUY ME, BUY ME! Yes, I’d love a t-shirt and a plush pig too! Hope you’re listening Elizabeth Rose Stanton! We want more.
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Just put this one on hold. Can’t wait to read it 😀
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You will love it and read it again and again!
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Peddles is so stinkin’ cute (and no, I couldn’t refuse!) … WoW. I would totally wear the T with his mug shot!!
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Ha, Ha! Wished I had thought about stinkin’ cute. That’s a perfect description. You’ll love the story, too!
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I learned to dance, Peddles. You can too! Maybe you need a tutu…
Love and licks,
Cupcake
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Yes, he does need something, but not a tutu. That would be cute!
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You sold me with the cover illustration. I gotta give this one a look-see.
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You’ll fall in love with Peddles. So will your kids. Great illustrations and a lot of humor!
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Isn’t Peddles just so lovable? I treasure my signed copy!
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Yes, Peddles is so lovable. Can’t wait to share it with my grandson, along with Henny. He adores animals right now.
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Yes, I think Peddles is absolutely adorable. In fact, I want Peddles in my house. Thanks for the review!
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He is so cute. I’m sure many kids will want a little pig in their house.
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Reblogged this on Jasper Lynn.
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Thank you for reblogging my post! I’m sure Elizabeth Rose Stanton would appreciate it!
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It’s a review that deserves a repost. Love your site!
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Thank you! It is an adorable book!
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