Meet Miles Bacon, the truck-driving, box-hauling, big rig pig! From the New York Times bestselling duo behind Cupig, this charming picture book is “sure to delight young readers” (Booklist) who love Little Blue Truck and Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site.
“Clever and fun . . . lively rhymes and lots of fun details in the art make this a story to pore over.”—Kirkus ReviewsGot a truck stuck in a ditch?Or a hot dog cart that needs a hitch?Miles Bacon's the one to call,There's not a thing that he can't haul!When Miles Bacon spends the whole day helping out others, hauling boxes, five tons of apples, and even an entire circus, he learns that maybe he doesn't have to do it all. And that sometimes, it's okay if he's the one who needs help; good friends will always be there to lend a helping hand, or truck!
With bouncy, rhyming text and comically expressive art from
New York Times bestselling duo Claire Tattersfield and Rob Sayegh Jr.,
Big Rig Pig is a sweet and funny story about a determined and dependable truck-driving pig. Includes two special fold-out pages.
On sale: July 14, 2026
Age: 3-7 years
Grade: Preschool - 2
Page count: 40 Pages
ISBN: 9798217039012
Reading level: Lexile: 520L | Fountas/Pinnell: L
Claire Tattersfield is a writer originally from Nashville, Tennessee, currently residing in Brooklyn, New York with her partner and formerly feral cat named Antonio Banderas. She writes books about animals causing problems, like
Cupig, which was illustrated by Rob Sayegh Jr.
Rob Sayegh Jr. is the son of a truck driver and a former toy designer turned
New York Times bestselling children’s book illustrator. He is the author/illustrator of
Dawn Patrol and
Love Tails, and the illustrator of
I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared, Cupig, Proper Badger Would Never! as well as many other picture books. Combining real-world textures and photography with his illustrations, Rob enjoys creating worlds and characters that make people of all ages smile and giggle. When he is not doodling or writing, he enjoys collecting vintage toys, being an official snack taste-tester, and falling in love with every dog he meets. He currently lives in San Francisco with his family. To see more of Rob's work, please visit robsayart.com.
Praise for Big Rig Pig:"This trucker has a hankering to help. Miles Bacon, a portly swine who drives a big rig, has a lot of friends on the road. Whenever someone needs a helping hand (or cloven hoof), Miles is the first to volunteer.
Lively rhymes and lots of fun details to spot in the art make this
a story to pore over. Readers will relate to Miles’ lesson: Sometimes, accepting help is just as important as giving it.
Clever and fun, with a much-needed reminder that friendship goes both ways."--
Kirkus reviews
"With
lively rhyming text and
warm, adorable illustrations, this picture book is
sure to delight young readers . . .
playful rhythm make this
an engaging read-aloud, while the message about community and accepting support gives the story
heart." --
Booklist
