This installment in the beloved Mercy Watson series follows the Watsons and their porcine wonder, Mercy, as they embark on a trip to the drive-in. While the Watsons are inspired by the movie title "When Pigs Fly," Mercy is singularly focused on the irresistible scent of real butter from the concession stand's "Bottomless Buckets." Parents will appreciate the gentle humor, the strong themes of family love, and the delightful absurdity that makes these early chapter books so engaging for children aged 6-9. It's a perfect read-aloud or independent read for emerging readers.
Some may find it wonky to take a pig to the drive-in. But not the Watsons, who think the movie's title, When Pigs Fly, is inspirational. And not their beloved Mercy, who is inspired by the scent of real butter from the theaters Bottomless Buckets of