Everyone's favorite pig takes on the ABCs.

In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms--until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer's land. In a moment of rash anger, Lyman Cutlar shoots Charles Griffin's pig, inadvertently almost bringing the two nations to war. Tensions flare, armies gather, cannons...

"Early readers are introduced to pigs and life on a farm. Simple sentences accompany engaging pictures." -- Provided by publisher.

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to baby pigs through simple, predictable text and related photos." -- Provided by publisher.

"Pigs are full of unexpected surprises. Did you know that when a pig is happy, it will uncoil its curly tail and wag it just like a dog? Or that feral hogs can detect odors from seven miles away? Pigology delves into the history of pigs, pig breeds around the world, famous pigs, pigs in culture, and so much more, with engaging scenes from illustrator Camilla Pintonato."--

Tom admires the tails of other barnyard animals, but after finally straightening out his tail, he discovers that he liked it better the way it was.

Describes the life cycle and behavior of pigs, and how they are raised on a farm.