The Three Ninja Pigs


Title: The Three Ninja Pigs

Bibliography- Schwartz, Corey R., & Santat, Dan. (2012). The Three Ninja Pigs. New York, NY: G.P. Putnam's Sons. ISBN 9780399255144



Plot Summary – When a wolf threatens their village, three pigs decide they are tired of being bullied by the wolf, so they each take ninja lessons to defeat him next time he tries to huff and puff their houses down! pig one gets bored and drops out early. The second quits against his sensei wishes and decides that he is ready to face the wolf. The third pig practices and works hard every day and it pays off. This story is a perfect example of a comical fractured fairy tale- a fun rhyming story that is enjoyable for all ages. This story is a fun and refreshing take on the classic Three Little Pigs tale.



Critical analysis- At the beginning of The Three Ninja Pigs, the Big Bad Wolf is shown as the villain.

The Three Ninja Pigs create a plan of defense. Martial arts is something that young readers will be able to relate and connect to instantly. Most versions of this tale include male pigs, but The Three Ninja Pigs includes a strong, female protagonist which is refreshing. Many elements of the original story line of The Three Pigs can be found throughout this book, which make it easy for young readers to make connections between these versions. Santat’s illustrations are funny and show the sense of action that works perfect with Schwartz’s storytelling. Santat’s delivers on the martial arts action and show the readers a visualization of the pig’s karate chops. The facial expression on the characters were drawn very realistically and with bright colors. Readers will love the fast-paced rhymes and amusing story line. This book is appropriate for all ages and is a fun fractured fairy tale.

Review excerpt(s)-

“Schwartz’s clever rhyming text flows nicely, and illustrator Santat (who holds a black belt in shotokan) really gets into things”- BOOKLIST



"For young martial arts fans seeking a lighthearted book about their hobby, Schwartz’s (Hop! Plop!) story should fit the bill.. Santat’s dynamic, comic book–style spreads have a Crouching Wolf, Hidden Pig feel, especially when Pig Three (a persistent girl who has actually honed her skills) terrifies the wolf with a chop that smashes a pile of bricks. Schwartz’s irreverent verse never falters—and any book that rhymes 'dojo' with 'mojo' is one that’s worth a look." -PUBLISHER’S WEEKLY



Connections-
Related books:

·         The Three Little Pigs (0618007016)

·         Ninja Red Riding Hood (9780399163548)



Unit on fractured fairy tales

Read other "three little pig" variants and have the children compare and contrast them.


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