“A story with the echoes of Seuss and Willems.”— Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A boatload of giggles will keep the reader returning for more easy-to-read fun.”— Kirkus Reviews The first book in the vibrant and laugh-out-loud funny early reader What This Story Needs series is perfect for fans of Dr. Seuss and Mo Willems! What this story needs is a pig in a wig, on a boat in a moat with a frog, a dog, and a goat on a log... As a panda in a blouse, a skunk on a trunk, and more hop on board, it becomes clear that what this story really needs is a bigger boat! Join Pig on an exciting boat ride as she discovers that life is more fun with friends in this fantastic, funny read-aloud about friendship. What this reader needs are all the books in the series! What This Story Needs Is a Hush and a Shush What This Story Needs Is a Munch and a Crunch What This Story Needs Is a Bang and a Clang What This Story Needs Is a Vroom and a Zoom

Join Pig and her friends in another fun read-aloud adventure as they figure out a way to keep the picnic fun and games going, even with a little rain. What this story needs is a pig in a wig baking bread, pouring punch, and meeting a friend for a picnic lunch. But just as the outdoor fun and games get started, a thunderstorm rolls in and it turns out what this story really needs is . . . another place to eat!

What this bedtime needs is a pig in a wig, brushing her teeth, combing her hair, and going to sleep with her pink teddy bear. All Pig wants to do is sleep, but the farm animals are keeping her awake! Will she ever find some peace and quiet?

Join Pig and her friends in their latest adventure as they get ready to put on the best show ever! From author-illustrator Emma J. Virján comes another funny read-aloud with catchy, rhythmic text and big, bold illustrations. What this story needs is a pig in a wig, building a stage, arranging a stand, and getting ready to conduct the Pig in a Wig Band. But when a surprise guest shows up onstage, scaring Elephant, there’s a BANG and a CLANG as everyone topples over! Will Pig and her friends be able to get back on track to finish the show?

A comical cautionary tale for bedtime-resistant youngsters which challenges them to avoid yawning, from a dozing dog and a cuddly blanket to endearing baby orangutans who stretch out long arms for a nighttime hug.

A mischievous monkey known as Maniac Mel likes playing tricks, until Mr. Mandrill shrieks after slipping on one of the banana peels she left outside his market. Includes facts about monkeys.

Peggoty the pig feels ugly when the other animals tell her she needs fur, a mane, or feathers, but then she sees the farmer's baby and learns that there is also beauty in being hairless.