In this version of Pig on the Hill, Pierce Brosnan introduces the original book and reads it to viewers, his enjoyment of the story clearly enhancing the experience. Pig on the Hill is an animated tale aimed at 2- through 6-year-old viewers.  The story illustrates how individuals can get along – indeed develop deep friendships – despite apparent differences.   

When an adventurous, gregarious, and none-too-quiet Duck settles next door to a very quiet, privacy-loving Pig, the possibility of a not-so-happy relationship looms large.  But as the story unfolds, these seemingly mis-matched neighbors discover some common interests, learn to help each other out in times of crisis, almost unnoticed, begin to develop a real friendship … unnoticed, that is, until Duck disappears…. 

• Watch this show with your child and talk about what you have seen. 

• Ask you child to list some ways in which Pig and Duck differ, and some ways in which they are similar.   

• Ask why Pig had such trouble going back to sleep after he told Duck and his party guests to be quiet. 

• What did Pig learn after Duck went away?  Was Pig sad or happy to have quiet return to his life? Why? 

• Does your child have any idea why Duck went missing for a few months? 

• Obtain a copy of the original book and read it to your child.  Talk about the individual illustrations.