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Betty MacDonald
7 Books
Betty MacDonald (1907-1958) was an American author celebrated for her witty, semi-autobiographical memoirs and beloved children's literature. She gained widespread fame with her bestselling humorous account, "The Egg and I," detailing her life on a chicken farm, followed by "Anybody Can Do Anything." Additionally, she captivated young readers with the enchanting "Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle" series, known for its unique and imaginative solutions to childhood antics.
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Patsy Brown has a very sticky problem: she simply refuses to take a bath. As the days go by, Patsy gets grimmer and grimmest, until she is covered in a thick layer of real garden dirt. Just when it seems like she might stay dirty forever, her parents call the one person who knows exactly what to do with a stubborn child—Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle.
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Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle doesn't scold or nag. Instead, she suggests the Radish Cure. Before long, Patsy finds herself turning into a walking vegetable garden! The funny and slightly messy results will have you laughing out loud as Patsy discovers why being clean might be better than growing plants in her elbows.
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This playful story turns a common daily chore into a magical and hilarious adventure. With its clever solution and silly outcomes, it is a perfect read for anyone who has ever tried to skip out on soap and water.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle has moved from her upside-down house to a busy farm, but she hasnt left her magical cures behind! On the farm, there is plenty of room for animals and plenty of work to do, making it the perfect place for kids with certain types of trouble. Whether it is a child who struggles to tell the truth or someone who constantly breaks everything in sight, the farm life has a way of sorting things out.
You will join the fun as Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle introduces her patients to the responsibilities of caring for pets and the importance of being honest. With her usual mix of humor and magic, she helps a Pet Forgetter and a Fraidy-Cat find their way. There is never a dull moment when Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle is around, and her farm-style solutions are just as clever and effective as the potions in her old magic trunk. Grab your boots and get ready for a dose of farm-fresh fun!
6-8 Years
127 Pages
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If you have a habit of saying I thought you said or you just cant stop tattling on your siblings, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle has a delicious cure waiting for you. Living in her famous upside-down house, she is the only grown-up who truly understands how to turn a bad habit into a hilarious lesson using a little bit of magic.
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From Heedless Breakers who drop every dish they touch to Waddle-I-Doers who cant find anything to play, seven different families find themselves in need of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle’s expertise. Her medicines are magical, her advice is common-sense, and her cures usually involve a healthy dose of laughter.
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This collection of stories captures the whimsy of a world where problems are solved with powders and potions. You will love seeing how Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle handles the things that drive other grown-ups crazy with her signature sparkle and wit.
6-8 Years
126 Pages
Welcome to the magical world of the lady who lives in the upside-down house! This special treasury brings together three of the most beloved Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle adventures in one place. Whether she is digging for buried pirate treasure in her backyard or offering a delicious-tasting potion to cure a bad habit, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle is the friend every child wishes they had.
You will meet a colorful cast of characters and their families who are struggling with everything from being a Tattletale to refusing to go to bed. With the help of her pets and her famous magic trunk, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle provides cures that are as funny as they are effective. This collection is a celebration of the wit and whimsy that have made these stories classics for generations. It is the perfect introduction to the problem-solver who never scolds and always has a fresh batch of cookies waiting in the kitchen.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
392 Pages
Everyone in town is buzzing with excitement because its time to celebrate the neighborhood’s favorite problem-solver! As the local children secretly plan a boisterous birthday bash for Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle, the lady in the upside-down house is busier than ever. With her magical trunk full of powders and her trusty pets—Wag the dog and Lightfoot the cat—by her side, she has a brand-new set of cures to hand out.
You will meet kids who watch way too much TV, picky eaters who wont touch their dinner, and friends who are afraid to try anything new. Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle’s cures are always unexpected and always work in the funniest ways possible. Whether she is dealing with a messy habit or helping a friend find their bravery, every day is an adventure. Join the party and see how a little bit of magic and a lot of kindness make for the best birthday surprise ever.
6-8 Years
208 Pages
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Meet Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle! She lives in an upside-down house with a kitchen that always smells like freshly baked cookies. She is the best friend a kid could have, and she even lets you dig in her backyard for pirate treasure buried by her late husband. But she is more than just a fun neighbor—she knows everything there is to know about children.
Why it pulls you in
When parents are at their wits end with Answer-Backers, Selfishness, or Slow-Eater-Tiny-Bite-Takers, they know who to call. Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle’s cures are famous for being perfectly silly and surprisingly effective. Whether she is using a magic powder or a bit of common-sense logic, she never scolds; she just makes life much more interesting.
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Step inside the house where the ceiling is the floor and discover why generations of readers have fallen in love with these comical stories. It is a world where every problem has a funny solution and every child is welcome.
6-8 Years
144 Pages
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The incomparable Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle is back, and she is ready to say hello to a whole new group of children with some very peculiar habits. From a bully who needs to learn kindness to a slowpoke who just cant seem to get moving, the lady in the upside-down house has a magical cure for everyone.
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Watch what happens when Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle tackles the Show-Off and the Crybaby with her signature blend of wit and whimsy. She never raises her voice or scolds; instead, she uses her trunk full of magic to let the children see their own behavior in a brand-new, and often hilarious, light.
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These classic stories continue to delight with their clever solutions and warm heart. If you have ever met a whisperer who wont speak up or a slowpoke who misses all the fun, you will know exactly why Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle is the most sought-after friend in the neighborhood.
6-8 Years
176 Pages