What reading level is The Pig in a Wig?

The Pig in a Wig by Alan MacDonald is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The Pig in a Wig appropriate for?

The Pig in a Wig is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags: Bullying, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is The Pig in a Wig?

The Pig in a Wig is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does The Pig in a Wig have any content warnings?

The Pig in a Wig has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Pig in a Wig?

The Pig in a Wig by Alan MacDonald is 40 pages.

The Pig in a Wig

Alan MacDonald

The Pig in a Wig

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alan MacDonald

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a little secret: Peggoty the pig thinks she's the prettiest pig ever—until some silly lambs start teasing her about having no hair! She tries on a wig, but things don't go quite as planned. Yet, that's only the beginning of her surprising journey to feeling beautiful again.

Themes

Friendship Family Humor Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This charming story follows Peggoty, a vain pig who loses confidence after being teased about her baldness. Through a series of humorous and heartwarming events, she learns to appreciate herself just as she is. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, the book gently explores themes of self-esteem and resilience without any concerning content.