Aunt Pitty Patty's Piggy

Name: Aunt Pitty Patty's Piggy
ISBN: 9780590899871

For the child learning that persistence is key when things don't go as planned. A rhythmic, classic tale about navigating a very stubborn obstacle.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is facing a stubborn obstacle or feeling the heat of a looming 'meltdown' over a task that just won't go right. This rhythmic, cumulative folktale follows young Nellie as she tries to help her Aunt Pitty Patty by getting a very uncooperative pig through a gate. It is a perfect choice for modeling how to stay the course when things get frustrating. Through the use of repetition and humor, the story explores themes of resilience and the 'domino effect' of problem-solving. It is ideally suited for children aged 4 to 8 who are developing their emotional regulation skills. Parents will appreciate the classic storytelling structure that turns a stressful situation into a lighthearted lesson on patience and persistence.

Resilience & Perseverance Animals Farming & Gardening Anger & Frustration Humor Fairy Tales & Mythology

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

Rhythmic mentions of a dog biting or fire burning are part of the traditional folktale chant.

Sensitive Topics

The book is a secular, traditional folktale. It features some mild 'threats' typical of the genre (the dog should bite the pig, the fire should burn the stick), but these are metaphorical and presented in a stylized, rhythmic manner rather than as actual violence. The resolution is happy and communal.