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Squinty, the Comical Pig
Richard Barnum

Abstract: The readers find out the origin of Squinty’s name. Squinty and his brothers and sisters grow up. Squinty wants to see the world and have some adventures, so he escapes. However, he’s caught by the dog.

Source: Richard Barnum, Squinty, the Comical Pig (New York: Barse and Hopkins, 1915)


Lexile Level: TBD
       
Origin: American
       
Genre: Fiction, Fantasy
Reading Level: 3.5        Language: English        File name: scp
Sunshine State Standards:
LA.A.1.2: The student uses the reading process effectively.

LA.D.1.2: The student understands the nature of language.

LA.E.1.2: The student understands the common features of a variety of literary forms.


Theme: Adventure
Reading Strategy: Writing connections (Inform, persuade, describe, explain, entertain)
 

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