So adorable! But Rufus is not only the cutest little pig ever (fantastic illustration work!), but also smart and determined!I liked Rufus's story because it wasn't your typical "child is doing something wrong and by the end learns better" story. Rufus has a favorite story that he desperately wants to read himself but... he doesn't know how to read! (I can relate, having had the same childhood experience!) So Rufus tries to figure out how to be allowed to attend school (he is a piggie, after all!) so he can learn! And, after some very funny struggles... he succeeds!! Go Rufus! All Rufus Leroy Williams III wants is to go to school so he can learn to read his favorite book. But there's one problem: he's a pig and Principal Lipid says: "NO PIGS IN SCHOOL!" Rufus even gets a backpack, a lunchbox, and a blanket to prove he's ready. But Mr. Lipid won't budge. Is there ANYTHING Rufus can do to change his mind? Kim Griswell and illustrator Valeri Gorbachev have created a love letter to reading that's also a charming, original, and child-friendly first-day-of-school story.Super cute illustrations. They are large enough for a storytime group, but individuals will enjoy them even more. SubjectsBooks and reading -- Juvenile fictionSwine -- Juvenile fictionSchool principals -- Juvenile fiction.Schools -- Juvenile fiction
What do You think about Rufus Goes To School (2013)?
3.5 - Didn't love the ending but it's a cute pig book! Hard to dislike a cute pig book.
—Negra3060
This book is precious. Just read it to my niece and nephew. Multiple times.
—facebook
Pretty darn cute. Of course the book makes a difference!
—Kealoha
Very fun story about how to behave in school
—jackimurphy
