Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle
by Betty MacDonald · Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series · Grade 3-5 · Ages Ages 7-10
Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle is a kind, funny neighbor who seems to understand children better than anyone. When kids get stuck in tricky habits, their parents come to her for clever, surprising ideas to help.
Key vocabulary
A cure is something that helps fix a problem or make someone feel better.
A show-off is someone who keeps trying to get attention by bragging or showing what they can do.
A bully is someone who is mean or hurtful to others on purpose.
A whisperer is someone who speaks very softly and quietly.
A crybaby is an unkind word for someone who cries very easily. It is better to use gentle words when someone is upset.
A habit is something you do again and again, often without thinking about it.
A pen pal is a friend you write letters to, especially someone who lives far away.
Advice is a helpful idea someone gives you about what to do.