A Normal Pig

This charming picture book celebrates all our differences while questioning the idea that there is only one way to be “normal.” Pip is a normal pig who does normal stuff: cooking, painting, and dreaming of what she’ll be when she grows up. But one day a new pig comes to school and starts pointing out all the ways in which Pip is different. Suddenly she doesn’t like any of the same things she used to...the things that made her Pip. A wonderful springboard for conversations with children, at home and in the classroom, about diversity and difference. A perfect read-aloud to explore big feelings and important ideas: Social Emotional Learning: Helps young readers navigate the tough feelings that come with being teased or feeling left out. Celebrating Diversity: When Pip visits the city, she sees that the world is full of wonderful differences—and that being unique is something to celebrate. Self-Acceptance: Follows Pip as she rediscovers the joy in her favorite things, like cooking and painting, and learns to be proud of what makes her special. A Gentle Message on Kindness: Ends with a heartwarming example of friendship and sharing, as Pip offers her "weird" lunch to her new classmate.