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The Sheep-Pig and Ace

By Dick King-Smith

Adjectives

heartwarming inspirational charming uplifting

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family Classics

Synopsis

This omnibus edition combines two heartwarming tales by Dick King-Smith. In 'The Sheep-Pig', a piglet named Babe is adopted by Farmer Hogget and his sheepdog, Fly. With determination and kindness, Babe learns to herd sheep, challenging traditional farm roles. In 'Ace', Babe's grandson, Ace, exhibits remarkable intelligence and understanding, leading Farmer Tubbs to believe he is destined for greatness. Both stories explore themes of courage, friendship, and breaking boundaries.

About the author

Dick King-Smith was a much-loved British author who wrote over 100 books for children, often about animals and farms. His most famous story is 'The Sheep-Pig', which inspired the popular film 'Babe'. Dick loved spending time with animals and used his real-life experiences to create his wonderful, imaginative stories.

Pages

241 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

1996

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