Pig and Small

For the child who feels they have nothing in common with someone new. Discover how a pig and a tiny bug bridge their huge size gap through shared interests.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is struggling to connect with someone who seems fundamentally different from them, whether due to age, size, or interests. It is a gentle and humorous exploration of how friendships can flourish even when there is a massive gap in perspective or capability. In this charming story, a large pig and a tiny bug try to find common ground. They face humorous obstacles, like the pig being too big for a tiny bicycle and the bug being too small for a game of catch. By the end, they discover that while they cannot do everything together, they can find a shared space through creativity. It is an ideal pick for preschoolers and early elementary students to normalize the awkwardness of new social interactions and celebrate the effort it takes to build a bond.

Friendship & Loyalty Making Friends Being Different Animals Bugs & Insects Loneliness & Belonging Humor Friendship & Social

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Brief moment of loneliness when the characters think they cannot be friends.

Sensitive Topics

The book is entirely secular and metaphorical. It deals with the frustration of physical limitations and social rejection in a lighthearted, hopeful manner. There are no heavy themes, only the mild sadness of feeling like a friendship might not work out.