Emmett's Pig

A sweet story for anyone who's ever dreamed of having a pet pig

Emmett loves pigs and has all the toy pigs any kid could dream of. But Emmett wants a real pig. He lives in a New York City apartment, so Emmett’s family says that he can’t keep one in the house. Instead, on his birthday, his dreams will come true in the most surprising way!

This Level Two I Can Read book is geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

This digital edition of the classic Emmett’s Pig by Mary Stolz and Garth William is a special commemorative edition celebrating the 60th anniversary of I Can Read books for beginning readers. The book features an anniversary burst and eight pages of bonus material on the history of I Can Read—including a timeline, origin stories of favorite characters, and never-before-seen early sketches.

What happens when a boy who loves pigs more than anything finally gets his wish?
A Boy and His Pet: Emmett loves his new pig so much he names him King Emmett, and they become the best of friends.I Can Read Level 2: Perfect for children who are reading on their own but still need a little help, with simple sentences and a heartwarming plot.A Timeless Story: A classic for over 60 years, this tale shows how a city boy’s dream of owning a pig comes true in a very special way—by boarding his pet on a farm he can visit.The Perfect Birthday Gift: Emmett expects toys for his birthday, but his parents have a much bigger, and much more surprising, present waiting for him in the country.