Books like Half a Pig
Award winning
The Children at Play
Allan Ahlberg, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, interactive play-themed stories.
Encourages creativity and imagination in young minds.
Supports developmental milestones through playful narratives.
Fosters bonding during family reading time.

The Children at Play
Allan Ahlberg, 2007
Shine a Light: A Funnybones Torch Book (Funnybones Torch Book)
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1998
16 pages
Why to read
Interactive experience with built-in torch feature.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Stimulates visual and sensory development.
Provides bonding moments during shared reading time.

Shine a Light: A Funnybones Torch Book (Funnybones Torch Book)
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1998
Award winning
The Man Who Wore All His Clothes
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery captivates young readers' attention.
Illustrations enhance storytelling, sparking visual interest.
Encourages deductive reasoning and curiosity.
Humorous narrative fosters a love for reading.

The Man Who Wore All His Clothes
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
The Boyhood of Burglar Bill
Allan Ahlberg, 2008
192 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of adventures and moral choices.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Boyhood of Burglar Bill
Allan Ahlberg, 2008
Award winning
My Worst Book Ever
Allan Ahlberg, 2018
64 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor, creativity, and unexpected twists.
Highlights the ups and downs of a writer’s journey.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through challenges.
Illustrations complement the story, enhancing engagement.

My Worst Book Ever
Allan Ahlberg, 2018
Award winning
Friendly Matches
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging collection of humorous children's poems.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Encourages creative thinking and enjoyment of poetry.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.

Friendly Matches
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
The Jolly Postman or Other People's Letters
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1986
48 pages
Why to read
Interactive format engages young readers effectively.
Enhances comprehension through playful letter-based storytelling.
Supports understanding of communication and correspondence.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative play.

The Jolly Postman or Other People's Letters
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1986
Award winning
Master Bun the Bakers' Boy (Happy Families)
Allan Ahlberg, 1988
24 pages
Why to read
Showcases value of hard work through Master Bun’s journey.
Fosters imagination with whimsical bakery-related adventures.
Enhances reading skills in young learners.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading time.

