This little piggy's book of manners
by Kathryn Madeline Allen
H. Holt 2003
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- manners and etiquette
- respect
- kindness
- empathy
- self-control
- responsibility
- community
About this book
In this playful picture book, a troop of little piggies shows what good manners look like in everyday situations. Rhyming text and cheerful illustrations make lessons about saying please and thank you, sharing, and being considerate easy to remember. It’s a light, humorous way to start conversations about social skills at home or in the classroom. Perfect for read‑alouds with preschoolers and early elementary students.
Setting: everyday home and school situations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is This little piggy's book of manners right for my child?
Yes — This little piggy's book of manners is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.3, 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 manners and etiquette, respect, kindness.
How long does it take to read This little piggy's book of manners?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, This little piggy's book of manners takes around 5m to finish. The book has 600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does This little piggy's book of manners have an AR quiz?
Yes — This little piggy's book of manners 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 This little piggy's book of manners?
This little piggy's book of manners has an AR reading level of 2.3, 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.