pig unit header

Let's Learn About Pigs!
Check These Out!

Hog History Timeline
Hogs have held an honored place in history, from the time of the ancient Egyptians and Chinese to the present with pigs in the movies and in cartoons. Take a look at some of the important dates in hog history.

The Incredible Pig! - Ancient Times to America
Learn even more about the history of pigs in America at this site from the National Pork Producers Council.

Breeds of Livestock - Swine Breeds
Did you think that if you've seen one pig you've seen them all? Guess again! Click on this site to see how many different types of pigs there are.

Farmtastic Voyage
Take a virtual tour of a pig farm!

Sounds of the World's Animals: Pig
Learn how to say "Oink!" around the world!

Me & My Pigs
An extensive collection of WWW links to sites about pigs.

Time For Some Fun & Games!
Check These Out!

Pass the Pigs
An online Java version of the Milton Bradley board game. Too much fun!

How to Draw a Cartoon Pig
Step by step directions for how to draw cartoon pigs! When you cartoon your pig, decide which personality he (or she) will have. Put a high hat on him and turn him into a banker - or long eyelashes and lipstick to make her a film star!

Did You Know . . . Pork Trivia
There is more to pork than the great tasting pork chops you eat for dinner. Pork has become a part of American life, from the things we say to some of the most important events in American history. Let's test your pork I.Q. with trivia questions.

The Three Little Pligs -- An Interactive Fairy Tale
The story changes depending on whose view you choose...the Little Pigs...the Wolf....or Mama Pig! Project designed by students at The University of the Arts in Philadelphia.

Teacher Resources
Lesson Plans & Activities

Check These Out!

Education Center Activity: Construction Ahead!
Math/Art Activity - Two of the pigs in the fairy tale The Three Little Pigs made some serious mistakes when constructing their homes. Students can help out those pigs by designing a stronger and more efficient house of logs or straw.

Education Center Activity: A "Tail" to Tell
Language Arts Activity - Students will write a sequel to the original The Three Little Pigs story or a fractured version of it.

YLP-Mini Units
A mini-unit centered around pigs. Lesson Plans designed for Grades 1-2. Some are adaptable for older grades.

Hog Wild
A thematic unit on pigs for Grades 2-3. Could be used with other grade levels easily.

Flying Pig Back to North Canton Schools Home Page
© 1998 Patricia Knox - North Canton City Schools - N. Canton, Ohio
Last updated on September 2, 1999