Authors: Kristi Yamaguchi

Dream Big, Little Pig! (2 page)

So Poppy tried out for Supermodel Search. She had always dreamed of being a big-time splashy supermodel.

But Poppy was not very glitzy or glittery, and she even tripped on her fancy gown.

“Follow your dreams!” said Poppy’s mother.
“You go, girl!” said Poppy’s grandparents.
“Dream big, pig!” said Emma.

“Modeling is just not for you,” said the people in charge of the search.
“Try something else!”

But Poppy didn’t know what else to try.

And as she wandered through New Pork City, she began to wonder if her dreams would really come true.

Poppy was about to give up when she heard her mother say, “Just follow your heart. Remember, we love you no matter what.” And her grandparents cheer, “We’re your biggest fans!” And her best friend, Emma, squeal, “We’re here for you!” Poppy smiled. She knew just what to do!

When Poppy thought about all the things she truly loved—her friends and family were at the top of the list! So, the next day, Poppy invited Emma for a “pig’s day out” in the park.

While giggling and strolling along, they spotted an ice rink. Poppy and Emma watched the skaters skimming and spinning, swooping and swizzling on the ice. Poppy realized it was the most beautiful sight she had ever seen. Her heart danced with joy!

Emma saw a twinkle in Poppy’s eye and high-fived her friend. “Dream big, pig!” she cheered. So Poppy waddled and toddled right up to the teacher and said, “I’d like to be a spectacular ice-skating star.”

“A pig on ice?” the teacher pondered.
“Honey, I don’t know if that’s possible.”
“Anything’s possible,” responded Poppy. “I believe in dreaming big!”
The teacher shrugged. “As you wish,” she said. “We’ll see if the pig’s got pizzazz.”