Are there any elements of truth in The Three Little Pigs? Pigs don't build houses--but brick houses are stronger than straw and sticks. Integrating science with literacy, this book adds funny Truth Time sidebars to a retelling of The Three Little Pigs, explaining real pig behavior and more. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, glossary, and book and website resources. Perfect for young students just learning about fiction and nonfiction and real versus not real, this title supports CCSS standards for reading literature.