Youre A Rude Pig Bertie

humorous · mischievous · colourful · heart-warming

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We enjoy this funny, slightly mischievous story about Bertie, whose boastful insults leave him with no friends. Claudia Boldt combines expressive illustrations with a clear message about kindness, manners and taking responsibility, making this a useful choice for shared reading and conversations about how words can hurt. Some of Bertie’s remarks are quite sharp, so younger children may benefit from an adult’s help to discuss the difference between playful teasing and unkind behaviour.

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What is Youre A Rude Pig Bertie about?

Bertie the pig thinks he is wonderful—and he is not afraid to say so. Unfortunately, his sharp tongue and insulting remarks soon leave him without a single friend. When he meets Ruby, a lovely rabbit, Bertie tries to impress her by throwing a grand party. But nobody comes, and a surprising dream makes him see his behaviour clearly. Can Bertie apologise, mend the hurt he has caused and become a kinder, more considerate pig? A funny story about manners, friendship and changing for the better.

Discussion ideas around Youre A Rude Pig Bertie

Bertie’s behaviour: Why do you think Bertie says such unkind things to the other animals, and what might he be hoping will happen?

Words and feelings: How do Bertie’s remarks make the other animals feel? Can you think of a kinder way he could say what he means?

Apologies: What makes an apology feel genuine, and what else might Bertie need to do to show that he has changed?

Friendship: What qualities make someone a good friend, and which of these does Bertie need to learn?

Making amends: Should someone be forgiven straight away after saying sorry, or can it take time? Why?