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Olivia

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Olivia by Falconer is a delightful children's book featuring a spirited young pig named Olivia. With boundless energy and imagination, she embarks on various adventures and activities, charming readers with her endearing antics. Through lively illustrations and simple yet engaging text, the story captures the joy and curiosity of childhood.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories featuring energetic and imaginative characters. The delightful protagonist's adventures and creativity will charm both children and adults alike, making it a favourite for bedtime reading or classroom storytime.

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Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

This Caldecott Honor Book and #1 New York Times bestseller is perfect for pig-loving kids everywhere!

It's everyone's favorite pig...it's Olivia!

Join Olivia as she...

  • dresses up
  • sings songs
  • builds sandcastles
  • naps (maybe)
  • dances
  • paints on walls
  • and--whew!--

...finally goes to sleep at last.

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Olivia by Falconer is celebrated for its charming and relatable depiction of a young, imaginative piglet who dreams big. It's noted for capturing both the whimsical and dramatic nature of children, resonating with readers and charming grannies who appreciate Olivia's theatrical traits.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780689829536

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 October 2000

Country: Australia

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Australia

Illustration: illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 227.0mm

Height: 288.0mm

Weight: 484g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Ian Falconer is the author and illustrator of the Olivia book series, including Olivia, Olivia Helps with Christmas, Olivia and the Fairy Princesses, Olivia and the Missing Toy, Olivia Saves the Circus, to name a few. Falconer's illustrations have graced numerous covers of The New Yorker. He has also designed sets and costumes for the New York City Ballet, the San Francisco Opera, the Royal Opera House, and many others. He lives in Los Angeles, California.

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