Princess Pigtoria and the pea
Orchard Books 2010
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- being yourself
- resourcefulness
- kindness
- humor and wordplay
- friendship
- fairy-tale retelling
About this book
This playful fractured fairy tale follows Pigtoria, a pig with big dreams, who hopes to improve her fortunes when a royal opportunity comes along. Packed with puns and peppy alliteration, it riffs on The Princess and the Pea in a silly, lighthearted way. Young readers will enjoy the wordplay, lively illustrations, and the message that being yourself matters more than fancy titles. Perfect for read-alouds and for kids who love humorous twists on classic tales.
Setting: a whimsical pig kingdom and royal castle
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Princess Pigtoria and the pea right for my child?
Yes — Princess Pigtoria and the pea is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.9, which is typical for 2nd 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 being yourself, resourcefulness, kindness.
How long does it take to read Princess Pigtoria and the pea?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Princess Pigtoria and the pea takes around 7m to finish. The book has 850 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Princess Pigtoria and the pea have an AR quiz?
Yes — Princess Pigtoria and the pea 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 Princess Pigtoria and the pea?
Princess Pigtoria and the pea has an AR reading level of 2.9, which places it at a 2nd 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.