Welcome to the Top 18 Stories About Pigs – a fantastic collection of tales designed especially for kids, boys and girls alike! These stories are perfect for children to read online during bedtime or story time, and they come complete with pictures, which make them even more engaging and fun. Parents and teachers will love this free, downloadable, and printable PDF, which can easily be turned into a family-friendly night-time activity, or integrated into educational activities at preschool, kindergarten, or elementary schools. With stories that cater to early years, toddlers, and all the way through to the eyfs stage, this collection has something for everyone!

The importance of stories about pigs cannot be overstated, as they provide valuable learning opportunities for young minds. Pigs are intelligent and intriguing creatures, often found in classic stories and fairy tales, and they serve as an engaging subject for children’s stories due to their unique characteristics. Children love reading about these whimsical and entertaining animal characters, as they often provide a fun and imaginative twist to tales, with moral lessons interwoven throughout. Listening to these pig stories, read aloud in English, will not only help improve children’s language skills but can also evoke their sense of wonder and stimulate their imagination. So, without further ado, let’s dive into this delightful collection of both short and longer stories about pigs and explore the enchanting world that awaits.

Top 18 Stories About Pigs for kids to read online:

1. The Swineherd: In this story, a handsome prince wants to marry the emperor’s daughter but she rejects his gifts of a beautiful rose and a nightingale. The prince then disguises himself as a swineherd and creates magical items that the princess desires, but in exchange for them, he demands kisses from the princess. When the emperor catches them in the act, he throws them out of the castle. The prince returns to reveal his true identity and tells the princess that she didn’t want an honest prince, so he leaves her alone in the rain.
2. The Old Woman and Her Pig: The story is about an old woman who buys a pig from the market but is unable to get it over a steep hill on the way back home. She asks for help from various objects and animals along the way but is constantly refused until she promises a cow to the cat. The cow then asks for hay, which the old woman brings, and in return, gives her some milk. The cat finally agrees to help the old woman and kills a rat, which then sets off a chain of events that ultimately helps the old woman get her pig over the hill and back home.
3. The Sheep And The Pig: A shepherd captures a fat pig in his sheep’s meadow and the pig squeals loudly in protest. The sheep are amused by the pig’s behavior and ask why it is making such a fuss. The pig replies that the shepherd only takes the sheep’s wool, but he wants the pig’s bacon. A downloadable PDF version of the story is available.
4. The Porcupine And The Snakes: A porcupine finds a cave where snakes live and asks them to share it with him. The snakes agree, but soon regret their decision as his quills prick them. When they ask him to leave, the porcupine refuses, so the snakes have to find a new home. The story highlights how sometimes polite refusals are necessary to avoid unwanted situations. An ebook of the story is available for download.
5. Pooh And Piglet Go Hunting And Nearly Catch A Woozle: In this story, Pooh and Piglet go hunting for a woozle and end up following tracks that lead them in circles. Along the way, they encounter more and more tracks until they become anxious about being followed by hostile animals. Ultimately, they realize their mistake and feel silly, but Christopher Robin reassures Pooh that he is the best bear in the world. The story ends with Pooh heading home for lunch.
6. Puss in Boots begins his travels: The story is about a cat named Puss who found a picture book of “Puss in Boots” in the attic and got inspired to call himself “Puss in Boots, Junior”. He found a pair of magnificent boots like the ones in the book, a hat, and a cane to complete his outfit. On his first adventure, he helped a little pig stuck between two boards in the fence and in return, the pig brought him to his mother who gave him lunch. The story ends with the downloads available for readers.
7. The animals’ Christmas tree: In this story, the animals decide to have a Christmas tree after hearing about it from the swallows. Each animal chooses what they want hung on the tree as a present. However, when the pig chooses mud and other predators choose to eat other animals, the lamb suggests sacrificing himself to bring the animals together and save the tree. In the end, the lion chooses not to eat the pig and the animals have a successful Christmas tree. The story explains how the tradition of hanging ornaments on Christmas trees came about.
8. Alice in Wonderland: Pig and Pepper: In this excerpt from a classic
9. Animal Farm: The story is about a group of mistreated animals on a farm who plan a revolution to overthrow their human owners, led by the pigs who are the most intelligent animals. However, one of the pigs named Napoleon becomes power-hungry and introduces unfair rules, leaving the other animals overworked and underfed. The story ends with the animals realizing they have been tricked, and planning to fix the situation. A downloadable PDF version of the book is available.
10. Farm Animal Preschool: In this story, a group of young animals, including a pig, a chicken, a sheep, a horse, and a cow, are excited to start their first day of preschool. Though they are quite the rowdy bunch, they bond over their mischief and learn new things under the guidance of their teachers. Though they are sad to leave at the end of the day, they are excited to return and have more fun and adventures in the days to come. A downloadable ebook version is available.
11. The Three Little Pigs and the Wolf: In this classic fairy tale, a mother pig sends her three little piglets out into the world to seek their own fortune. The first two build their houses out of straw and sticks, but the houses are blown down by a cunning wolf who then eats them. The third pig builds his house out of bricks, and when the wolf can’t blow his house down, he tries to steal the pig’s food. However, the clever pig tricks the wolf and ends up boiling him in a pot, then eats him for dinner. The pig lives happily ever after. A downloadable PDF version of the story is available.
12. The History of the Five Little Pigs: The story features five little pigs, each with their own adventure and personality. Mr. Pig is strong and helpful, but has to deal with a stubborn donkey on his trip to the market. One naughty pig stays at home and causes mischief, but is punished by their mother. Another good and diligent pig eats roast beef while the vain pig gets a dunce cap. A stubborn pig refuses to learn and gets sick, while another foolish pig disobeys and gets whipped by Farmer Grumpey. The story teaches important lessons about responsibility, kindness, and obedience. The PDF version is available for download.
13. The Hungry Wolf: In this story, a hungry wolf meets several animals who outsmart him. First, a ram challenges the wolf to catch him with his mouth wide open at the bottom of a hill, and the ram then hits the wolf with his horns. Then a horse pretends to offer himself as an easy meal, but kicks the wolf when he attempts to start at his tail. Finally, a pig offers to give the wolf a ride to the village, where the dogs chase and tease him until he runs back into the forest. The wolf realizes how foolish he was in underestimating his prey each time.
14. The Three Piglets: In this story, a mother pig builds houses for her three little pigs before passing away. Browny lived in a house made of mud, Whitey lived in a house made of cabbage, and Blacky lived in a house made of brick. The mother warned them to beware of the cunning fox who always tricked and ate pigs. The first two pigs fell for the fox’s trick and ended up being eaten, but Blacky was smarter and managed to outsmart the fox by boiling him alive in a kettle. Blacky then saved his siblings, and they all lived happily ever after, learning important lessons about greed and cleanliness.
15. The Three Little Pigs: In this story, three little pigs set out to build their own houses. The first pig builds his house from straw, the second with sticks, and the third from bricks. When the big bad wolf comes knocking, he easily blows down the first two houses but is unable to destroy the third, made of bricks. The pigs outsmart the wolf by boiling a kettle on the fire which causes him to flee in pain. The pigs then live happily ever after in the brick house, never seeing the wolf again. An ebook download link is provided.
16. The Piggy Girl: In the story, a little girl named Betty hates being washed and wishes to live like a pig, free from the burden of cleanliness. One night, she sneaks away to live with Mrs. Gleason’s pigs and becomes so used to their way of life that she even starts to behave and look like a pig. However, when she hears that the pigs are going to be slaughtered, she realizes that she doesn’t want to be a pig anymore and runs away back to her home. It turns out that the whole experience was just a dream, but Betty learns to appreciate cleanliness and promises to never complain about washing again. The story ends with Betty happily embracing cleanliness and her loving home.
17. The Owl And The Cat: In this story, an Owl and a Cat go on a journey together on a pea-green boat to find a ring and get married. They meet a Piggy-wig with a ring on his nose and a Turkey who conducts their wedding. They dance under the moonlight, celebrating their love and friendship, and continue their adventures hand in hand, bound together forever. The story can be downloaded as an ebook in PDF format.
18. Ozma and the little wizard: In this story, Princess Ozma and the Wizard of Oz travel through Oz to find and help anyone who may be unhappy or in need. They come across a man who is troubled by three impish creatures that bother him and his family. The Wizard transforms the creatures, but each time they end up causing chaos until he finally transforms them into buttons, which he plans to use to help the creatures repent and become good citizens of Oz in the future. Ozma is pleased with the Wizard’s cleverness.

In conclusion, these top 18 stories about pigs offer a delightful and educational reading experience for kids. Filled with engaging characters, valuable life lessons, and enchanting adventures, these tales not only entertain but also help young readers understand and appreciate the beauty of friendship, the importance of resilience, and the value of kindness. Children of all ages will undoubtedly be captivated by the world of these lovable pigs as they embark on their unique adventures, creating memorable experiences that will be cherished for years to come. So, gather around, and let the magical journey with our porcine friends begin!