This series starter is a delightful and playful adventure that will charm young readers with its whimsical characters and lighthearted story. We follow the friendly and selfless Higgledy Piggledy—a pig with a love for creativity and imagination—and his two equally fun sidekicks, Snowy the happy black sheep and Harem Scarem the adventurous hare. The three friends offer a stark contrast to the greedy Mayor Crackling and the equally selfish, unimaginative pig inhabitants of their town of Oinkers. The plot takes an exciting turn when Mayor Crackling plans to demolish Higgledy’s crooked cottage on the hill, deeming it an eyesore, unlike the dull, gray, cookie-cutter brick houses of Oinkers. The three friends decide to prevent the cottage’s demolition by painting it in surprising colors. However, the plan backfires when a thunderstorm arrives, and chaos ensues as the mayor calls in the bulldozers. A rainbow appears, leading the characters on a quest for a supposed pot of gold. Along the way, readers are treated to plenty of laughs and surprises as Higgledy Piggledy reveals the true treasure of the adventure. This delightful story is full of fun, heart, and important lessons about embracing uniqueness and finding treasure in unexpected places. Perfect for early readers, the vibrant illustrations, beloved trio of main characters, and imperative themes make this book an irresistible choice.
-Booklist Starred Review
