In this Early Bird title, readers learn about the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the javelina.

"Javelinas, or collared peccaries, are one of the most common wild animals of the American Southwest. Living in inhospitable areas, these little relatives of pigs and hippopotami have a public image long confused by folktales and misinformation. This book chronicles the javelinas' lifestyle and facts about their interactions with humans"--Provided by publisher.

Don't Call Me Pig! uses a delightful rhyme and clever, colorful illustrations chock full of detail to tell the javelina's story. What exactly is a javelina? The hairy little animal is shaped much like a pig. It has a snout like a pig. But is it really a pig? No way. Is it some type of large, hairy rodent? Nope. Not at all. Not even close! Javelina is just one name for a creature that lives in large families and roams in herds across Southwestern deserts. Collared Peccary is another. One thing is certain, after reading this amusing story, readers of all ages will know why they should never, ever call them pigs!

Josephina, a javelina who dreams of becoming a famous ballerina, heads for California hoping to be discovered, but her cousin Angelina takes her to a talent agent who looks strangely familiar.

A brief introduction to javelinas, including what they look like, where they live, what they eat, and something special about them.

A southwestern adaptation of "The Three Little Pigs."

When people who have never been to Tucson think about this desert city, visions of dustbowls, brown landscapes, and eggs frying on pavement often come to mind. "Why would anyone ever want to live there?" they might ask. Well, Michelee Morgan Cabot will tell you in her book Dust Devils, Cozy Corners, and Javelinas: A Newcomer's Tale of Tucson. Not only has she found Tucson to be none of those preconceived notions often bandied about by the uninformed, but she's discovered a culturally rich landscape teeming with desert beauty, fascinating opportunities, and great food. Who wouldn't want to live here? So journey along with Michelee as she describes in creative and often hilarious prose some of the wonders of Tucson.