Book Descriptions
for Pigs Might Fly by Dick King-Smith and Mary Rayner
From Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC)
Although the runt of the litter is generally "taken away" by the Pigman, Daggie Dogfoot manages to escape his cruel fate and is, therefore, highly regarded by his fellow-pigs. He attains the status of cult-hero when he learns to swim, but Daggie's deepest aspiration is to fly. When a flash flood threatens the barnyard, Daggie not only fulfills his dream of flying but proves himself a true hero, as well. Plays-on-words and subtle satire lend humor to the original and lively story, excellent for reading aloud. (7-13 years)
CCBC Choices 1982 . © Cooperative Children's Book Center, Univ. of Wisconsin - Madison, 1982. Used with permission.
From the Publisher
Daggie Dogfoot, the runt of the litter, is in danger. The pigman, who takes all runts from their pens, is coming for him! But Daggie is a pig of remarkable qualities, and he's not about to let the Pigman get him. Instead, he runs away and decides to learn how to fly. But when he tries leaping off a cliff, he discovers another talent -- a talent he'll need to save the entire farm...
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