About This Book
When your animal-loving child is ready for more than basic farm animal facts, this book is the perfect deep dive. Pigology is a beautifully illustrated guide to the world of pigs, exploring their history, intelligence, social lives, and diverse breeds. It masterfully sparks curiosity and wonder, and by revealing the complex nature of pigs, it subtly encourages empathy towards animals. Ideal for ages 7 to 10, this book respects a child's intelligence with its rich vocabulary and chapter format, making it a fantastic choice for any budding biologist or young reader who loves to collect fascinating facts.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book factually addresses the human use of pigs for food on pages 62-63. The approach is scientific and direct, stating that most domesticated pigs are farmed for meat. There are no graphic descriptions or images. The tone is neutral and secular, presenting this as one aspect of the human-pig relationship.
Ideal Reader
This book is perfect for an inquisitive 7 to 10-year-old who loves deep dives into specific subjects, especially animals. They've likely outgrown introductory encyclopedias and want to become a mini-expert. This child enjoys learning surprising facts to share and is beginning to appreciate the science behind the natural world.
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