Pig the Monster (Pig the Pug)
#11 in Pig The Pug Series
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What’s inside...
Pig the pug adores Halloween—but not for the costumes or spooky fun. He sees the holiday as the perfect excuse to grab every piece of candy in sight, pull outrageous pranks on his long-suffering dachshund housemate Trevor, and run amok in the neighborhood. Dressed as a hideous monster, Pig’s greed and bad manners explode until his own terrifying tricks backfire, teaching him (again!) that selfishness leads to trouble. Aaron Blabey’s signature rhyming text and expressive illustrations deliver a hilarious cautionary tale about moderation, manners, and thinking of others.
Character compass
Pig The Pug
Trevor the Dachshund
Discussion points
Why did Pig want all the candy?
How did Trevor feel during Pig’s pranks?
What could Pig have done differently?
Have you ever had to share something hard to give up?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause at each prank spread to ask what might happen next.
Act out polite trick-or-treat manners together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Sharing makes celebrations better.
Explanation: Pig’s hoarding ruins Halloween fun until he shares.
Real-World Application: Split party treats or toys fairly with friends.
Example Lesson: Pranks shouldn’t hurt others.
Explanation: Pig’s scares upset Trevor and ultimately himself.
Real-World Application: Choose jokes that make everyone laugh, not cry.
Example Lesson: Owning mistakes leads to forgiveness.
Explanation: Pig apologizes and peace returns.
Real-World Application: Saying sorry quickly mends friendships.