Three Little Javelinas by Lowell, Susan

Everyone knows the story of the three little pigs, but now you're going to meet the three little javelinas (pronounced ha-ve-LEE-nas)-loveable, wild, southwestern cousins of pigs. Living in homes built out of tumbleweeds and saguaro ribs (from the fallen giant cacti), the first two javelinas are soon running from the hungry coyote, who had hoped to eat them with red chile sauce. And where do they go for shelter? Why, to their wise sister's house, made strong with adobe bricks. This clever and humorous tale is sure to delight children of all ages, especially those familiar with the Southwest. Dressed in cowboy duds and prepared for life in the rugged desert, these characters are more than any coyote bargained for.

Author: Susan Lowell
Publisher: Cooper Square Pub
Published: 09/01/1992
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.33h x 10.75w x 0.41d
ISBN: 9780873585422
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 18348 / Three Little Javelinas

Award: Grand Canyon Reader Award - Winner

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 01/01/1993 pg. 809
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/1992 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Publishers Weekly 09/14/1992