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This story is about three little pigs and the big bad wolf. The pigs build houses from straw, sticks and bricks. The first pig builds his house out of straw, the second little pig's house was built with sticks and the third pig builds his house out of bricks. When the wolf comes knocking on the pigs' doors, the pigs see the wolf coming and all believe their house is strong enough to protect them.

The three pigs all have different experiences when the wolf comes knocking. When the wolf comes to the straw house, he blows it down easily. When the wolf visits the stick house, it takes a bit more effort but he still manages to get in. He then goes to the third pig's house, which is made of bricks. No matter how hard he huffs and puffs, the third pigs' house won't be blown down.

The moral in the Three Little Pigs story is that persistence pays off. The third pig considered the options and chose the material that would take the most amount of effort and time to build his house, however this pays off because it is the most effective at keeping the wolf out. Whereas the first two pigs spent the least amount of effort and time to build their houses and unfortunately were not able to keep the wolf out of their houses!

This retelling of The Three Little Pigs is a short story. Most Sooper Books stories are short stories as we’ve created our library with bedtimes in mind.

This classic tale has captured imaginations for years because it’s easy to follow, entertaining, and delivers a positive message about effort and planning. Children enjoy the wolf’s dramatic attempts and the clever strategies of the third pig, making it both fun and meaningful.

Not quite! This story has been around for generations as a fairy tale, designed to entertain and teach a lesson. While there’s no record of real pigs outsmarting a wolf with an impressive set of lungs, the message—about working hard and making smart choices—definitely applies to real life.

The wolf wants to get inside and tries each house’s strength. The weaker houses of straw and sticks fall easily, but the well-constructed brick house remains standing. This contrast illustrates the importance of building something strong and lasting.

It shows that careful preparation and hard work can prevent problems down the line. The third pig’s decision to build with bricks sets an example of how patience and effort can help us succeed.

The story’s key message is that good planning and hard work lead to success. It teaches that taking the time to do something right pays off in the end.

By comparing the pigs’ decisions, you can discuss how making thoughtful, deliberate choices often leads to better outcomes. Ask your child, “Which pig made the best choice? Why?” and explore the benefits of thinking ahead.

This story shows how thinking ahead leads to smarter decisions. Ask your child, “What could the first two pigs have done differently to keep their houses safe?” to help them practise making thoughtful choices.

This story helps children understand fear, relief, and frustration by showing how the pigs handle these emotions. Ask, “How do you think the pigs felt when the wolf arrived? What do you do when you feel scared?” to help your child talk about their feelings.

This story teaches children to make careful, thoughtful choices. The third pig plans ahead, showing that independent decisions lead to better results. Ask, “Have you ever done something different from your friends because you knew it was the right choice?”

The third pig’s strong house shows how preparation can help us feel safe. Ask your child, “What makes you feel safe and cosy before bed?” to help them create their own sense of security.

The story shows that different approaches can lead to different results. Discussing the pigs’ building methods can help siblings or friends appreciate each other’s unique strengths and find ways to work together more effectively. Ask, “Do you and your sibling or friend solve problems the same way, or differently? How can working together help?”

• Build miniature houses. Use craft supplies or household items to create different types of structures.
• Reenact the story. Let your child play the roles of the pigs and the wolf, trying out new endings or scenarios.
• Create character masks. Make simple masks for the pigs and the wolf to bring the story to life through pretend play.

Try a simple experiment: gather materials like paper, straw, and blocks, and predict which will hold up best against a fan or “wolf breaths.” Test your predictions together and discuss the results.

• Draw the houses. Encourage your child to illustrate the pigs’ homes and imagine how they might have been built differently.
• Make a mini village. Use craft materials to create a small village, including the pigs’ houses.
• Craft puppets. Create stick puppets of the pigs and wolf to retell the story in their own way.

The first two pigs were more focused on speed and fun, not on building strong homes. This teaches a valuable lesson about taking the time to do things properly.

Encourage your child to come up with new endings, imagine different materials for the houses, or introduce a fourth pig with a unique solution. These ideas inspire creative thinking and new perspectives.

• Pause to predict. Ask, “What do you think will happen next?” and discuss their ideas.
• Act it out. Role-playing helps children engage with the story and understand the characters’ choices.
• Change the setting. Imagine the pigs building houses in a forest, by a river, or on a mountain.

This story, like many timeless fairy tales, uses simple characters and clear challenges to teach important lessons. It’s memorable, meaningful, and encourages discussion—making it a favourite among children’s stories.

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