Piggy Monday
A Tale about Manners
by Suzanne Bloom
Albert Whitman & Company 2001
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- manners and etiquette
- respect
- community
- consequences
- self-control
- responsibility
- school life
- kindness
About this book
When a class’s manners start to slip, the kids begin sprouting hooves and snouts—until the Pig Lady arrives to help them remember kindness, courtesy, and respect. Through playful humor and eye-catching illustrations, this picture book shows how small choices in a classroom affect everyone. It’s a fun, light way to start conversations about saying please and thank you, taking turns, and being considerate. Perfect for read-alouds at home or school with primary-grade learners.
Setting: a contemporary elementary school classroom
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Piggy Monday right for my child?
Yes — Piggy Monday is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include manners and etiquette, respect, community.
How long does it take to read Piggy Monday?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Piggy Monday takes around 7m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Piggy Monday have an AR quiz?
Yes — Piggy Monday has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Piggy Monday?
Piggy Monday has an AR reading level of 3, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.