Leslie Helakoski – författare

When the rain came down and the water rose up . . .thousands fled but many couldn’t leave.When the rain came down and the water rose up . . .a community came together.When the rain came down and the water rose up . . .hope grew from heartache.When the rain stopped, volunteers helped families get to safety. The sun rose and workers helped clear debris,provided food, and rebuilt houses. Neighbours encouraged each other, and slowly, joy, healing, and music found its way back into the city.

Nibbles, Sweet Pea, and Clean Bean each want the coveted title of Biggest Pig. An afternoon of contests will determine who will be the first to squeeze through the garden fence, gobble a row of veggies, and sink to the bottom of the mudhole. Each pig has his talent, and in the end it's clear to their mama that they're all big pigs. But they'll also always be her little piglets. With a wonderful, wry sense of humor, a rhythmic text,and two fun twists in the ending, this is a tale of sibling rivalry that kids will want to read again and again.