Book Review: Olivia
Ian Falconer has hit on something big with his series of Olivia books. My own preschooler can’t seem to get enough of them. Although I have a little boy, he does not mind if the books are about princesses and babies or Halloween and Christmas. He enjoys them all.
My son was first introduced to the cute little pig that stars in this series by watching the television series on NickJr.© at a friend’s house. When I researched the show a bit, I found it to be entertaining and wholesome. This is when I encouraged this love affair my child was developing with the porcine in a skirt.
I have since moved his addiction to a literary presentation. Our local library keeps the shelves stocked with several copies of these books, and is certain to have the latest stories on display as soon as they are released.
Parents will enjoy relating to this overly-energetic pig whose mother is always worn out by the end of the day. Her antics are true to life, and siblings will be able to comprehend the trials and tribulations portrayed in the stories.
In addition to the entertaining stories, the chalk illustrations are beautiful with just a touch of color in them that makes them pop right off the page.
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Written by Laura on September 21, 2011
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